The Hidden Child
Il bambino nascosto
Synopsis
Gabriele Santoro is a Professor of Pianoforte at the Music Conservatory San Pietro a Majella who lives in a working-class area of the city. One morning, while shaving his beard, the postman buzzes at the intercom to tell him he has a package. Gabriele opens the door and, before greeting him, runs to rinse his face. In that short space of time, a ten-year-old child slips into his apartment and hides away. “The maestro” – as he’s called in his neighbourhood – only notices the stowaway late at night. And when he sees him, he recognises the intruder as Ciro, a child who lives with his parents and siblings on the top floor of his building. When asked why he has fled his home, Ciro refuses to speak. Nevertheless, the maestro instinctively decides to hide him in his home, setting Ciro’s enemies a uniquely difficult challenge.
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Silvio Orlando
Gabriele Santoro
Roberto Herlitzka
Massimo Santo
Giuseppe Pirozzi
Ciro
Lino Musella
Diego
Imma Villa
Angela Acerno
Sasà Striano
Carmine Acerno
Tonino Taiuti
Nunzio
Alfonso Postiglione
Alfonso De Vivo
Sergio Basile
Vincenzo Mezzera
Enzo Casertano
Vittorio
Francesco Di Leva
Biagio
Gianfelice Imparato
Renato Santoro
Giuseppe Brunetti
Release History & Theatrical Window
Venice Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roberto Andò
- Screenplay & Story
- Roberto Andò, Franco Marcoaldi
- Original Title
- Il bambino nascosto
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- BiBi Film, RAI Cinema
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roberto Andò
Roberto Andò, Franco Marcoaldi
Maurizio Calvesi
Esmeralda Calabria
Angelo Barbagallo
Department Leadership Roster
Maurizio Calvesi
Director of Photography
Angelo Barbagallo
Producer
Roberto Andò
Screenplay
Roberto Andò
Director
Giovanni Carluccio
Production Design
Maria Rita Barbera
Costume Design
Esmeralda Calabria
Editor
Franco Marcoaldi
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hidden Child
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What is The Hidden Child about?
Gabriele Santoro is a Professor of Pianoforte at the Music Conservatory San Pietro a Majella who lives in a working-class area of the city. One morning, while shaving his beard, the postman buzzes at the intercom to tell him he has a package. Gabriele opens the door and, before greeting him, runs to rinse his face. In that short space of time, a ten-year-old child slips into his apartment and hides away. “The maestro” – as he’s called in his neighbourhood – only notices the stowaway late at night. And when he sees him, he recognises the intruder as Ciro, a child who lives with his parents and siblings on the top floor of his building. When asked why he has fled his home, Ciro refuses to speak. Nevertheless, the maestro instinctively decides to hide him in his home, setting Ciro’s enemies a uniquely difficult challenge.
Who directed The Hidden Child?
The Hidden Child was directed by Roberto Andò.
Who stars in The Hidden Child?
The principal cast of The Hidden Child includes Silvio Orlando, Roberto Herlitzka, Giuseppe Pirozzi, Lino Musella, Imma Villa.
When was The Hidden Child released and how long is it?
The Hidden Child was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Is The Hidden Child based on a book or true story?
The Hidden Child is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Roberto Andò".