Parthenope Review: I Was Completely Entranced By Paolo Sorrentino’s Strange Yet Fascinating Coming-Of-Age Drama
Parthenope is not a film for everyone. Nor is it trying to be. It’s quietly reflective and also a bit weird and vague. Written and directed by Paolo Sorrentino, Parthenope is an Italian coming-of-age story that sees its titular character at different stages in her life. Sometimes she’s aimlessly wandering through her life, unable to settle on any particular decision. At other points, Parthenope (Celeste Dalla Porta) is thrown into situations and forced to deal with the consequences. And yet, she floats, indecisive and curious, observant and filled with sorrow.