Giuseppe Murgia ((install)) - Maladolescencia Maladolescenza 1977 De Pier

The story follows three adolescents who spend their summer vacation in a secluded forest, away from any adult supervision:

Director Pier Giuseppe Murgia always defended the film as a political and artistic statement—an allegory for the rise of fascism, the corruption of innocence, and the cruelty of the bourgeoisie. He argued that the film was against what it depicted. However, the legal reality is that Maladolescenza is considered child pornography in many jurisdictions (including Germany, the UK, and Canada), and possession is a serious crime.

Putting aside the controversy for a moment, one must concede that Maladolescenza is a visually arresting film. Cinematographer Maurizio Centini captures the environment with a hazy, dreamlike quality. The greens of the forest and the blues of the water are oversaturated, creating a fairy-tale atmosphere that contrasts sharply with the grim actions of the characters.

The story is set in a secluded, dreamlike forest where two children, (Martin Loeb) and Laura (Lara Wendel), spend their summer. Their innocent play shifts toward a dark exploration of power and budding sexuality when a third girl, Silvia (Eva Ionesco), arrives. Jeux interdits de l'adolescence - Wikipédia

A solitary, older boy who prances through the woods with his German Shepherd.

: Critics have long been divided over the film. Some view it as a lyrical, though disturbing, psychological study, while many others criticize it as exploitative and highlight the ethical concerns surrounding the casting and direction of children in such roles.