Gomorrah (2008) Review: An Italian Classic

Is Gomorrah worth watching?

Yes — Gomorrah remains one of the most celebrated films from Italy, with a 92/100 Celluloid Editorial Rating and enduring audience appeal. On Celluloid it holds a 92/100 Celluloid Editorial Rating, 85% Audience Snapshot, 87 Metascore, 4.1 on Letterboxd, and 7.8 on IMDb — numbers that explain why it still surfaces on every “best of Italy” list.

What is Gomorrah about?

Five interwoven stories expose the Camorra’s grip on Naples through teenagers, tailors, waste dumpers, and hitmen living inside organized crime. Directed by Matteo Garrone, the film stars Salvatore Abruzzese, Marco Macor, Aniello Arena, and remains a reference point for Crime and Drama filmmaking from Italy.

Should you watch Gomorrah?

Yes, without hesitation — Gomorrah rewards viewers who want more than algorithm-friendly new releases. At 137 minutes, it more than earns its running time — and the critics’ consensus still resonates today: Garrone’s neorealist crime epic strips romanticism from the mafia genre with brutal clarity.

Where can I watch Gomorrah?

Streaming availability varies by region — check major platforms in your country or local cinemas for revival screenings. Gomorrah (2008) is widely indexed on IMDb (tt0929425) and remains one of the most searched classic titles from Italy on CelluloidScore.com.