Boys on the Outside

In this gritty and poignant portrayal of life's harsh realities for young, marginalized men in Naples, a group of friends confront the bleakness of their circumstances as they struggle to find purpose and stability. Natale's release from prison marks a fragile new beginning, but he quickly realizes that opportunities are scarce in a city where unemployment and crime rates are alarmingly high.Claudio emerges from juvenile detention only to be greeted by Vita, a girl seeking an escape from her own troubled past. Together, they navigate the unforgiving streets of Naples, searching for a better life that constantly eludes them. Meanwhile, a young father whose potato stand is shut down due to bureaucratic hurdles finds himself at wit's end as he struggles to provide for his family.In this world where social services offer little solace and the future seems uncertain, Mario, a gay prostitute, grapples with his own identity while trying to reconcile with his disapproving mother. As each character's story intertwines, they are faced with the same question: in a system that seemingly offers no legitimate path out of poverty and despair, what alternatives are there besides turning back to crime?This raw, emotionally charged film presents a compelling examination of the lives of those who have been failed by society, exploring themes of friendship, love, and resilience against all odds.