Enea (2023) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2023 · 115 mins · Italian

Starring

Sergio Castellitto, Elena Funari, Benedetta Porcaroli, Adamo Dionisi, Pietro Castellitto, Paolo Giovannucci

Budget

$8.2M

Driven by a desire to feel alive in a decaying world, Enea pursues a myth connected to his name, joined by Valentino, a young aviator. These lifelong friends navigate a corrupt society through dealing, partying, and shared youth, experiencing themselves as both victims and perpetrators. Their journey takes them beyond societal rules and moral boundaries, revealing a world rich in humanity and symbolism. Amidst drugs and the underworld, the story explores themes of family struggles, lost love, and the search for meaning, ultimately confronting the complexities of life and death.