Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom

Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom (1976) is a harrowing allegory set in a dystopian Italy, where four sadistic, high-ranking fascists orchestrate a relentless campaign of degradation against a captive group of teenagers. Over a period of four months, the captors impose a relentless cycle of torture, humiliation, and depravity, pushing the boundaries of moral and ethical limits. Pier Paolo Pasolini's unflinching direction and provocative narrative make for a searing critique of power, corruption, and the darkest aspects of human nature.