Happy to Be Different
Felice chi è diverso
Synopsis
The film takes us on a voyage to a hidden Italy rarely addressed on film: Gay Italy as it was lived in the 20th century, from the turn of the century up to the 80s. The documentary gives voice to those who personally had to bear the weight of being "different", remembering how their lives were shaped by this situation during Fascism and in the aftermath of World War II, in an anthropologically and culturally widely diverse nation. Theirs is a mixed testimony of repression, censorship, dignity, courage, and happiness, making way for the final image of a world - our world - that still has a long way to go towards respect and liberty for everyone.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gianni Amelio
- Screenplay & Story
- Gianni Amelio
- Original Title
- Felice chi è diverso
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Istituto Luce Cinecittà, Cubovision, MiC, RAI
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gianni Amelio
Gianni Amelio
Luan Amelio Ujkaj
Cecilia Pagliarani
Department Leadership Roster
Gianni Amelio
Director
Gianni Amelio
Writer
Luan Amelio Ujkaj
Director of Photography
Cecilia Pagliarani
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Happy to Be Different.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Happy to Be Different
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Happy to Be Different about?
The film takes us on a voyage to a hidden Italy rarely addressed on film: Gay Italy as it was lived in the 20th century, from the turn of the century up to the 80s. The documentary gives voice to those who personally had to bear the weight of being "different", remembering how their lives were shaped by this situation during Fascism and in the aftermath of World War II, in an anthropologically and culturally widely diverse nation. Theirs is a mixed testimony of repression, censorship, dignity, courage, and happiness, making way for the final image of a world - our world - that still has a long way to go towards respect and liberty for everyone.
Who directed Happy to Be Different?
Happy to Be Different was directed by Gianni Amelio.
Who stars in Happy to Be Different?
The principal cast of Happy to Be Different includes Glauco Bettera, Giorgio Bongiovanni, Ninetto Davoli, Paolo Poli.
When was Happy to Be Different released and how long is it?
Happy to Be Different was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.