Before his fame from The Challengers, Josh O’Connor shone on the big screen with an Italian success that tells a story filled with fantasy, comedy and adventure: La Chimera, directed by Alice Rohrwacher.
It has been acclaimed for its poetic approach and its deep exploration of themes of time and memory, receiving praise for the acting and the direction of the filmmaker, who is known for her unique style.
The director herself wrote the script, along with co-writers Carmela Covino and Marco Pettenello. The drama was released in theaters in 2023 and is now available to watch from the comfort of home.
How and where to stream La Chimera in the US
La Chimera, which captures the essence of rural Italian life in a fantastical way and was selected to compete for the Palme d’Or at the 76th Cannes Film Festival, can be purchased through Prime Video, Vudu and Apple TV.
The title is available for rent for just $5.99 or to buy for $14.99 on streaming platforms, which are not the only ones offering it; it can also be found on other services like iTunes and Google Play.
The movie, which won 10 various awards according to IMDb, centers on an archaeologist living in 1980s Tuscany, in the context of discovering ancient artifacts that reveal hidden aspects of the past.
The story explores themes such as the connection between the past and the present, and the search for identity through historical objects. Josh O’Connor was not the only one acclaimed, but also Carol Duarte and Isabella Rossellini.
