La Commare Secca

In the midst of a torrential rainstorm in Rome, a haunting discovery is made: the lifeless body of a young, beautiful prostitute lies sprawled in a park. As detectives tirelessly work to unravel the mystery surrounding this brutal murder, they find themselves questioning an array of potential perpetrators.From a charmingly mischievous teenager, Nino, who can't resist the allure of any woman he encounters, to Canticchia, a seasoned pickpocket with a knack for trouble and a sharp wit; from a soldier on leave, yearning for a taste of the city's life, to a mysterious tourist whose motives seem as elusive as his origins. Each suspect recounts their version of events on that fateful day, each adamant in their insistence of innocence.As the police interrogations unfold, the intricate web of human connections and hidden desires starts to reveal itself. The investigation unveils a city where love, lust, greed, and violence intertwine, painting an evocative portrait of life in Rome's underbelly. The detectives must sift through the suspects' stories, deciphering truth from fiction to solve this chilling murder mystery and bring justice to the fallen woman.