The Shift (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2021, The Shift is a drama film directed by Loris Giuseppe Nese, running about 14 minutes.
What it’s about. Anna and Lucia, two women in their twenties, one Italian and one of Nigerian origin, take turns caring for Maria, a bedridden old lady living in a large, antiquated and silent house. Anna looks after Maria during the day, while Lucia has the night shift: the change of shift is the only moment at which the two young women meet, but in that short span of time the differences between them flare up every day, in a conflict in which each asserts—one at the expense of the other—her own position in the world.
Who’s in it. The Shift stars Rossella De Martino as Anna, Racheal Emmanuel as Lucia, Vanda Cirillo Taiani as Maria and Pietro Mugnani as Matteo.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Shift has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shift page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shift tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shift (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shift change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shift worth watching?
- The Shift holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Shift?
- The Shift stars Rossella De Martino, Racheal Emmanuel, Vanda Cirillo Taiani and Pietro Mugnani.
- When was The Shift released?
- The Shift was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.