Last Night of Amore 2023 Ending Explained, Plot and Summary
by P Nandhini
Updated Jun 27, 2023
Last Night Of Amore 2023 Ending Explained
Crime thrillers, if done well, always leave the audience with something to ponder upon. Usually showing the affairs between the good cops and the bad guys, this genre is known to flirt with lofty philosophical questions about honesty and righteousness versus survival and safety, which continue to run at the back of the mind even after the film ends. Writer-Director Andrea Di Stefano’s latest film, Last Night of Amore, only goes to show that he knows how to craft a thinking man’s crime thriller, while never missing out on the exciting elements associated with the genre.
Last Night of Amore is about an honest cop, Franco Amore, who hesitantly decides to work for a Chinese businessman as a security provider just days before his retirement. On his very last day before retiring, his unblemished career comes under attack when an assignment goes horribly wrong.
What happened at the end of ‘Last Night Of Amore 2023?
After assisting Viviana in finding the diamonds, he instructed her to take Ernesto, Dino's son, and seek refuge in Dino's village until Franco joined them later. He had finally identified the mastermind behind the heist. Before dying, the Carabiniera officer expressed shock and disappointment upon learning that Franco had not shot anyone, indicating that she didn't expect the situation to turn violent. Franco had previously heard similar sentiments from Cosimo, who was the only one aware of Franco's involvement in the job. This led Franco to suspect that Cosimo had manipulated him into working for Zhu, assuming Franco wouldn't resort to violence and would allow the diamonds to be taken.
Franco confronted Cosimo directly, captured him, and brought him to Zhu to reveal all the secrets. It was then that Cosimo disclosed that Zhu's son-in-law was the mastermind behind the entire plan, and Cosimo himself was merely an intermediary, collaborating with his cousin Tito to involve corrupt Carabiniera officers. Franco's troubles weren't over yet. Zhu had lost his diamonds, which were now in Viviana's possession. When asked to return them, Franco refused as a punishment for breaking the agreement of not allowing armed individuals during the operation.
He believed that if the Chinese man hadn't been armed, the violent confrontation resulting in five deaths wouldn't have occurred. The diamonds also served as a means for Ernesto's survival. If Ernesto was implicated in the crime, Franco's pension would be forfeited, and the diamonds would provide for Viviana and their daughter. Providing this explanation for not returning the diamonds, Franco left the building, marking the end of his 35-year service and announcing his retirement. A man was seen leaving the building, potentially aiming to shoot Franco.
Franco's fate is uncertain. The man was likely one of Zhu's guards sent to kill Franco for his refusal to return the diamonds. However, Franco had experienced a significant transformation in the past few days. His own brother-in-law had betrayed him, fueling his anger. Franco's personality had undergone a drastic change. Initially viewed as an honest but weak police officer, afraid to use a gun, he had become a different person in the last few hours. His indecisiveness had caused Dino's death, and he might not be indecisive again.
It is possible that when Franco saw the man approaching from a distance, this new version of him would retaliate and shoot first to ensure his family's safety. However, considering the movie's title, "last night," it suggests that he is dead. Alternatively, it could imply that it was his last day as an honest cop, and from that point on, he would resort to using violence when confronted with criminals.
Last Night Of Amore 2023 Plot and Summary
Franco Amore experienced significant events on his last day as a police officer. Recently, he saved the life of Zhang Zhu, a Chinese businessman, from a cardiac arrest. Franco's brother-in-law, Cosimo, who had business dealings with Zhu, introduced Franco to him, suggesting Franco provide security services for Zhu. Despite having 35 years of law enforcement experience, Franco had a gentle appearance unlike his tough colleagues, likely influenced by his loving wife, Viviana, who always supported him. However, fate had different plans.
After saving Zhu's life and meeting him through Cosimo, Franco agreed to provide security services under certain conditions: no guns or drugs allowed. The deal was agreed upon, and though Franco had concerns about some Chinese criminals in custody, the extra income eased his financial worries. However, a job assignment came the day before his retirement, and tempted by the substantial payment, he accepted it. It was a decision he would soon regret, as it led to the unfortunate death of his partner, Dino.
Last Night Of Amore 2023 Cast
Cast Name
Character Name
Pierfrancesco Favino
Franco Amore
Linda Caridi
Viviana
Antonio Gerardi
Cosimo Forcella
Francesco Di Leva
Dino
Camilla Semino Favro
Carabiniere Daria Criscito
Martin Montero Baez
Ernesto
Wang Fei
Feifei
Pang Bo
Mission
Shi Yang Shi
Chun-Ba
Xu Ruichi
Gang Ma
Mauro Milone
NA
Carlo Gallo
NA
Mauro Negri
NA
Fabrizio Rocchi
NA
Katia Mironova
NA
Chandra Perkins
NA
Last Night of Amore
Last Night of Amore (Italian: L’ultima notte di Amore) is a 2023 Italian crime thriller film directed and written by Andrea Di Stefano. The film features a talented cast including Pierfrancesco Favino, Linda Caridi, Antonio Gerardi, Francesco Di Leva, and Camilla Semino Favro. It revolves around the character of Franco Amore, who is preparing to deliver his farewell speech on the night of his retirement. Little did he know that this night would become the most challenging and eventful of his entire career.
The film was selected to be showcased at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival as part of the Berlinale Special Gala. It had its world premiere on February 24, 2023, and was subsequently released in cinemas on March 9, 2023. Last Night of Amore promises to deliver a gripping and suspenseful narrative that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
Last Night Of Amore 2023 Ending Explained - FAQ
The ending of "Last Night Of Amore" sees Franco Amore instructing Viviana to take Ernesto, Dino's son, to Dino's village. Franco confronts Cosimo and later reveals the mastermind behind the heist to Zhu. Franco refuses to return the diamonds and announces his retirement. The film ends with a man approaching Franco, suggesting a potential threat to his life.
In the last scene, a man is seen approaching Franco, possibly with the intention to shoot him. The scene leaves Franco's fate uncertain, and it implies a possible confrontation between him and the man.
The mastermind behind the heist is revealed to be Zhu's son-in-law. Cosimo, Franco's brother-in-law, is merely an intermediary involved in the plan, collaborating with his cousin Tito to engage corrupt Carabiniera officers.
The film was released in cinemas on March 9, 2023.
"Last Night Of Amore" was directed and written by Andrea Di Stefano.