In this episode, we sit down with filmmakers Salvatore and Max, the creative duo behind Largo, a moving short film about a 10-year-old Syrian refugee in the UK who, separated from his parents and struggling with loneliness, sets out to build a boat in hopes of finding his way back home.
The directors share how their lifelong friendship turned into a filmmaking partnership and what inspired them to tell this deeply human story about displacement, longing, and resilience. We dive into their creative process, from shooting the film in just four days to working with an extraordinary young actor, Zach, whose performance brings a rare emotional depth to the screen.
Salvatore and Max open up about the film’s visual language, its naturalistic tone, and the deliberate pacing that mirrors the quiet waiting of the boy’s world. They also discuss how Largo serves as a response to the refugee crisis and the power of cinema to awaken empathy and remind us of our shared humanity.
Tune in for an intimate conversation about collaboration, storytelling, and how Largo encourages audiences to see beyond the headlines , to the hearts of those who simply wish to belong.
