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201652 minPGdocumentary

Il passo

201652 minPGdocumentary

Thirteen-year-old Gabriele spends a summer in the mountains caring for cattle and returns home transformed.

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Alessandra Locatelli,

Mattia Colombo,

Francesco Ferri

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Thirteen-year-old Gabriele spends a summer in the mountains caring for cattle and returns home transformed.

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Alessandra Locatellidirector

Mattia Colombodirector

Francesco Ferridirector

Alessandra Locatelliwriter

Mattia Colombowriter

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Thirteen-year-old Gabriele spends his summer in the mountains, tending to cattle. The documentary follows his experiences as he navigates life in a rural setting and takes on responsibilities. By the end of the season, Gabriele returns home transformed, having gained confidence and a new perspective. The film runs for 52 minutes and was released in 2016.

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