Under the volcano, a city converses with its past in the haunting ‘Pompei: Below the Clouds’

Gianfranco Rosi’s documentary, “Pompei: Below the Clouds,” captures the unique feeling of Naples – a city deeply connected to its rich and ancient past. Whether you live there or are just visiting, that history is always present. Rosi, known for his film “Fire at Sea,” lets the city and its people speak for themselves, offering a quietly observant and thoughtful portrait without excessive narration. He trusts the viewer to connect with the atmosphere of both beauty and unease that permeates the city.