Shaken by unpleasant news received during the day, a woman returns home carrying the need to talk to someone. A red telephone becomes her only point of contact with the people she relies on. Beyond the physical distance, the relentless condition of incommunicability hides itself.
This short film is full of meaning, reminding us of how important it is to stay close to those going through dark times, whether due to physical or mental health issues. Professional help is always the first choice, but simply being there for someone, taking a walk together or doing a small activity that produces tangible results with little effort, can truly make a difference.
Some examples? A bit of gardening, fixing something together, or teaching a new command to the dog. Avoid seeking easy solutions, comparisons, or judgments, specialists are there for that. Doing something together, however, is simple and can be profoundly meaningful.
- Screenplay: Niccolò Biressi
- Cinematography: Claudio Ludovico Sanna
- Editing: Niccolò Biressi
- Cast: Lara Komar, Gabriella Ferrandico, Luigi Casacanditella, Naomi Messineo
- Producer: Niccolò Biressi
- Distributor: Premiere Film
Niccolò Biressi was born in Ozieri in 2000. He began directing his first amateur projects during high school. He later earned a degree in Arts, Media, and Performance Studies at the University of Bologna, and then enrolled at IULM University in Milan. In 2023, he made his debut short film, titled S62, which was selected for Visioni Italiane 2024.
The original article was written in Italian. Translated into English by Emanuele Mulas. Use the menu to view the original version.
