PLOT : Set against the sunny Italian coast in the late 1980s, Il Maestro takes you on a journey exploring the bond between a mentor and his protégé. Felice (Tiziano Menichelli) lives under the weight of his father’s rigid expectations, training relentlessly to become a tennis champion. His life takes an unexpected turn when he is entrusted to Raul Gatti (Pierfrancesco Favino), a charismatic former champion haunted by his own past. As they travel from tournament to tournament, their road trip evolves into an exploration of freedom, failure, and the true meaning of success. This film offers a nostalgic and emotional look at the "Commmedia all’italiana" spirit, reminding us that the most important lessons in life often happen unexpectedly.

Andrea Di Stefano. An acclaimed Italian actor and filmmaker known for his versatile storytelling and ability to capture gritty, high-stakes human emotions. Di Stefano made a powerful directorial debut with Escobar: Paradise Lost (2014), followed by the intense The Informer (2019). With his latest work, Il Maestro, he returns to his Italian roots to deliver a deeply personal narrative. The film had its prestigious world premiere at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, showing Di Stefano’s continuous recognition in the global festival circuit.

Length 2h 5min
Year 2025

Cast Pierfrancesco Favino, Tiziano Menichelli, Giovanni Ludeno, Dora Romano, Paolo Briguglia,
Distribution PLAYTIME
Production Indiana Production, Indigo Film, Vision Distribution

Sat July 11

9 PM

Outdoor

Rogers Trinity Theatre

Distillery District

Toronto

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My Tennis Maestro