Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom

This controversial film, directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini, is a harrowing adaptation of the Marquis de Sade’s infamous novel. Set in the final days of Mussolini’s regime in Italy, it follows four fascist libertines who kidnap a group of young men and women, subjecting them to a series of sadistic and degrading acts. The film is known for its graphic content and has sparked significant debate and censorship since its release. Despite its notoriety, it did not receive any major awards. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.