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Pompei: Below the Clouds Captures Naples' Resilience Amidst Vesuvius

3/8/2026

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Pompei: Below the Clouds was released on March 6, 2026, directed by Gianfranco Rosi.
The film depicts life in Naples under the constant threat of Mount Vesuvius and the Campi Flegrei.
The black-and-white visuals accompany daily life, archaeological digs, and residents' resilience.
Rotten Tomatoes shows 96% approval for Pompei: Below the Clouds, which had a limited theatrical release and will stream on MUBI starting March 27, 2026.

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Story summary

Pompei: Below the Clouds was released on March 6, 2026, directed by Gianfranco Rosi.
The film depicts life in Naples under the constant threat of Mount Vesuvius and the Campi Flegrei.
The black-and-white visuals accompany daily life, archaeological digs, and residents' resilience.
Rotten Tomatoes shows 96% approval for Pompei: Below the Clouds, which had a limited theatrical release and will stream on MUBI starting March 27, 2026.