Longing for a brighter future, two Senegalese teenagers embark on a journey from West Africa to Italy. However, between their dreams and reality lies a labyrinth of checkpoints, the Sahara Desert, and the vast waters of the Mediterranean.

Io Capitano premiered at the 80th Venice International Film Festival in 2023. The film stars Seydou Sarr and Moustapha Fall, two teenagers from Dakar making their acting debuts. It tells the powerful story of their journey across the Sahara and Mediterranean in search of a better life. Praised for its raw storytelling and striking visuals, Io Capitano has won multiple awards, including seven David di Donatello in Italy, and received Oscar and Golden Globe nominations for Best International Feature.