Mar. 04, 2022|Italy|109 Min.|n/A
Genre: Comedy;Drama
Description: “The Invisible Thread” (also known as “Il filo invisibile”) is a 2022 film directed by Marco Simon Puccioni. It stars Francesco Gheghi, Filippo Timi, and Francesco Scianna and centers around the life of 15-year-old high school student Leone and his relationship with his two fathers, Simone and Paolo.
Simone and Paolo have been together for 20 years, most of which they’ve spent raising Leone. Over time, the three have formed a close-knit and happy family, sharing countless milestones. However, Simone has been secretly having an affair for the past two years—a fact Paolo accidentally uncovers. Devastated, Paolo struggles with how to address the situation and initially keeps it to himself.
The truth comes to light during a family anniversary dinner, sparking a heated argument that leads to Simone and Paolo’s separation. The revelation shocks everyone, especially Leone, whose world is suddenly upended as his fathers go their separate ways.
Complicating matters further, Simone and Paolo decide to take a DNA test to determine who is Leone’s biological father. The result, whatever it may be, is bound to have profound implications for the family, adding another layer of challenges to their already strained dynamic.
“The Invisible Thread” is a touching and thought-provoking film that explores the breakdown of a long-term relationship and its ripple effects on a family, particularly a same-sex couple. It delves into both the emotional and legal complexities of their situation. While the film tackles heavy themes like marital dissolution and the emotional weight of a paternity test, it’s balanced with moments of humor and warmth, ensuring the experience remains engaging rather than overwhelmingly somber.
This heartfelt story offers a nuanced look at love, family, and the invisible bonds that hold them together, even in the face of adversity.
Cast director: Marco S. Puccioni
Cast actor: Filippo Timi, Francesco Scianna, Francesco Gheghi, Giulia Maenza, Jodhi May, Valentina Cervi, Gerald Tyler, Emanuele Maria Di Stefano, Matteo Oscar Giuggioli, Tim Daish
Original name: Il filo invisibile