PLOT : “Gino: A Child of War" is a touching docudrama inspired by an incredible story of hope and kindness amid the chaos of war. The film narrates the story of Gino Farnetti-Bragaglia, a five-year-old boy discovered frightened, hungry, and wandering amidst the war-torn ruins of Torrice, Italy, in 1944, by compassionate Canadian soldiers. For the next ten months, Gino found shelter, nourishment, and care among his Canadian ‘guardian angels’. A special bond formed between Gino, Lloyd ‘Red’ Oliver and other Canadian soldiers. This film portrays their remarkable relationship and the untold story that connects them to this day.
Robert Curtin. 
With over 30 years years of expertise in directing, writing, and cinematography, Robert Curtin effortlessly blends visual, creative, and digital arts in film and documentary creation. As Symbols Creative Communications founder, Robert led brand strategy and crafted commercials for major brands. Additionally, he established the Media Learning Institute in Toronto, training television network editors in cutting-edge digital technologies like Avid Media Composer. For fifteen years, Robert has passionately crafted historical documentaries, infusing them with production expertise and creative zeal. As co-founder of Combined Forces Production Collaborative, he merges cinematic excellence with historical storytelling, delivering captivating films that educate and inspire.
Length 0h 52min
Year 2023
Cast
Gino Farnetti-Bragaglia, Mariangela Rondinelli, Gianni Blassi, Harry Anthony Koonar,
Distribution Combined Forces
Production Combined Forces
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Tue, July 908:45 PMOutdoorBirra Moretti CinemaToronto