Federico Ielapi

In this new imagining of the iconic classic, Matteo Garrone returns to the authentic roots of the Pinocchio story. With this ground-breaking live-action film shot in stunning Italian locations, Garrone creates a rich fantasy world of mystery and wonder, filled with luminous, funny and touching moments.

Trip is a builder Elf working in Santa’s factory who prefers making bizarre and dangerous weapons rather than toys. Fate will lead him to meet Elia, a shy and peculiar kid from a village in the Italian mountains. Initially at odds, the two must learn to put aside their differences in order to save Christmas from a ruthless businessman who wants to spoil everyone’s favorite holiday!

From Alejandro Monteverde, award-winning director of Sound of Freedom, comes the story of Francesca Cabrini, who embarks on a daring journey to persuade the mayor of New York City to provide housing and healthcare for orphaned children.