Class, wealth, and power are at the forefront of Il capitale umano (Human Capital), the award-winning drama from director Paolo Virzì. Two families are linked together through a tragic accident, set against the backdrop of the Milanese investment market in the midst of the economic recession.

Plus: news updates about the awards season and what’s coming soon from Pietro Marcello.

Links:

• Human Capital: Film Movement
• Academy Awards: Shortlists Announcement
• Per Lucio: Berlinale 2021
• Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

This episode features the following music excerpts from the film’s soundtrack by Carlo Virzì:

• “Human Capital (Main Theme)”
• “Carla e il Politeama”
• “Serena (End Title)”