IFF - A World Apart at The Darwin International Film Festival
IFF - A World Apart
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A World Apart is a 2024 Italian comedy-drama directed by Riccardo Milani. The film follows Michele Cortese (Antonio Albanese), an elementary school teacher who, after 40 years in Rome, transfers to a small village in the Abruzzo National Park. There, he teaches a combined class of seven students aged 7 to 10. Initially out of his depth in the rural setting, Michele gradually adapts with the help of vice-principal Agnese (Virginia Raffaele) and the lively children.
The community's spirit is tested when the school is threatened with closure due to insufficient enrollment. Michele and Agnese embark on a mission to save the school, showcasing the resilience and unity of small-town life. Filmed on location in Abruzzo, the movie captures the region's natural beauty and the challenges faced by its inhabitants. A World Apart won Best Comedy and Best Actress in a Comedy (Virginia Raffaele) at the 2024 Nastro d'Argento Awards. The film has been praised for its heartfelt storytelling and strong performances.
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A World Apart is a 2024 Italian comedy-drama directed by Riccardo Milani. The film follows Michele Cortese (Antonio Albanese), an elementary school teacher who, after 40 years in Rome, transfers to a small village in the Abruzzo National Park. There, he teaches a combined class of seven students aged 7 to 10. Initially out of his depth in the rural setting, Michele gradually adapts with the help of vice-principal Agnese (Virginia Raffaele) and the lively children.
The community's spirit is tested when the school is threatened with closure due to insufficient enrollment. Michele and Agnese embark on a mission to save the school, showcasing the resilience and unity of small-town life. Filmed on location in Abruzzo, the movie captures the region's natural beauty and the challenges faced by its inhabitants. A World Apart won Best Comedy and Best Actress in a Comedy (Virginia Raffaele) at the 2024 Nastro d'Argento Awards. The film has been praised for its heartfelt storytelling and strong performances.
Enjoy our selection from the 2025 ST. ALi Italian Film Festival!
A World Apart is a 2024 Italian comedy-drama directed by Riccardo Milani. The film follows Michele Cortese (Antonio Albanese), an elementary school teacher who, after 40 years in Rome, transfers to a small village in the Abruzzo National Park. There, he teaches a combined class of seven students aged 7 to 10. Initially out of his depth in the rural setting, Michele gradually adapts with the help of vice-principal Agnese (Virginia Raffaele) and the lively children.
The community's spirit is tested when the school is threatened with closure due to insufficient enrollment. Michele and Agnese embark on a mission to save the school, showcasing the resilience and unity of small-town life. Filmed on location in Abruzzo, the movie captures the region's natural beauty and the challenges faced by its inhabitants. A World Apart won Best Comedy and Best Actress in a Comedy (Virginia Raffaele) at the 2024 Nastro d'Argento Awards. The film has been praised for its heartfelt storytelling and strong performances.
A World Apart is a 2024 Italian comedy-drama directed by Riccardo Milani. The film follows Michele Cortese (Antonio Albanese), an elementary school teacher who, after 40 years in Rome, transfers to a small village in the Abruzzo National Park. There, he teaches a combined class of seven students aged 7 to 10. Initially out of his depth in the rural setting, Michele gradually adapts with the help of vice-principal Agnese (Virginia Raffaele) and the lively children.
The community's spirit is tested when the school is threatened with closure due to insufficient enrollment. Michele and Agnese embark on a mission to save the school, showcasing the resilience and unity of small-town life. Filmed on location in Abruzzo, the movie captures the region's natural beauty and the challenges faced by its inhabitants. A World Apart won Best Comedy and Best Actress in a Comedy (Virginia Raffaele) at the 2024 Nastro d'Argento Awards. The film has been praised for its heartfelt storytelling and strong performances.
IFF - A World Apart
Enjoy our selection from the 2025 ST. ALi Italian Film Festival!
A World Apart is a 2024 Italian comedy-drama directed by Riccardo Milani. The film follows Michele Cortese (Antonio Albanese), an elementary school teacher who, after 40 years in Rome, transfers to a small village in the Abruzzo National Park. There, he teaches a combined class of seven students aged 7 to 10. Initially out of his depth in the rural setting, Michele gradually adapts with the help of vice-principal Agnese (Virginia Raffaele) and the lively children.
The community's spirit is tested when the school is threatened with closure due to insufficient enrollment. Michele and Agnese embark on a mission to save the school, showcasing the resilience and unity of small-town life. Filmed on location in Abruzzo, the movie captures the region's natural beauty and the challenges faced by its inhabitants. A World Apart won Best Comedy and Best Actress in a Comedy (Virginia Raffaele) at the 2024 Nastro d'Argento Awards. The film has been praised for its heartfelt storytelling and strong performances.
