The in-person screening of this film will be followed by a live Q+A. The recording will be posted on our YouTube channel in the days following the festival.
Paolo, a 19-year-old with Down syndrome, meets Armando, a tough but kindhearted boxing trainer at the local gym. Constantly underestimated by the world around him, Paolo decides to train with Armando, much to the dismay of his protective father. Paolo steps into the ring against all odds, hoping to find his confidence and a sense of belonging.
Main image description: a young man with Down syndrome is being helped to tighten up a boxing head-protective gear.
- Year2021
- Runtime93 minutes
- LanguageItalian
- CountryItaly
- PremiereInternational Premiere
- DirectorLuca Tornatore
The in-person screening of this film will be followed by a live Q+A. The recording will be posted on our YouTube channel in the days following the festival.
Paolo, a 19-year-old with Down syndrome, meets Armando, a tough but kindhearted boxing trainer at the local gym. Constantly underestimated by the world around him, Paolo decides to train with Armando, much to the dismay of his protective father. Paolo steps into the ring against all odds, hoping to find his confidence and a sense of belonging.
Main image description: a young man with Down syndrome is being helped to tighten up a boxing head-protective gear.
- Year2021
- Runtime93 minutes
- LanguageItalian
- CountryItaly
- PremiereInternational Premiere
- DirectorLuca Tornatore