A sun-drenched Italian coming-of-age fantasy where shimmering Mediterranean waves hide secrets of belonging. This nostalgic voyage captures the liberating magic of friendship and the courageous transformation required to embrace one's true, hidden self.

Luca

"Prepare for an unforgettable trip."

17 June 2021 United States of America 95 min ⭐ 7.8 (8,750)

Director: Enrico Casarosa

Cast: Jacob Tremblay, Jack Dylan Grazer, Emma Berman, Saverio Raimondo, Maya Rudolph

Animation Family Fantasy Comedy Adventure

Identity and Hiding The Power of Friendship Curiosity vs. Tradition Acceptance and Tolerance

Budget: $200,000,000

Box Office: $51,074,773

Luca - Movie Quotes

Memorable Quotes

Silenzio Bruno!

— Alberto Scorfano

Context:

Alberto shouts this to Luca when Luca is too afraid to try something new, like riding a homemade scooter off a cliff.

Meaning:

The most iconic line of the film, encouraging the listener to silence the voice in their head that says "you can't do it."

Some people, they'll never accept him. But some will. And he seems to know how to find the good ones.

— Grandma Paguro

Context:

Grandma says this to Luca's worried parents at the end of the film as Luca leaves for school.

Meaning:

A profound statement on tolerance and the reality of living as someone who is "different" in a judgmental world.

I never go anywhere. I just dream about it.

— Luca Paguro

Context:

Luca admits his desire for adventure to Alberto early in the film while they are on the island.

Meaning:

Captures the essence of longing and the static nature of Luca's life before meeting Alberto.

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