Plot: Based on the true story of eleven-year-old Mattia Piccoli and his father Paolo who, in his early forties, slowly begins to lose parts of his memory. As the world begins to fade, Paolo chooses to stay close to what truly matters, strengthened by the love of his wife Michela. Together with their son, he embarks on a journey made of shared everyday moments, spontaneous laughter, and silences that speak volumes. A story that celebrates the power of love beyond time and memory. The film, adapted from the book Un tempo piccolo by Serenella Antoniazzi, explores the moment when family roles become inverted, and a child becomes the caretaker of a parent.
The Italian Film Festival USA is the largest festival dedicated exclusively to Italian film in the USA, present in 13 cities from coast to coast. The 2026 edition brings you the best line-up of recent Italian cinema with films from award-winning directors, as well as debut films from exciting new talent. This is your chance to see the latest and best in Italian film.
The full film lineup, screening venues, and special events will be announced soon on the Italian Film Festival website. All films will be screened at 5th PSU Avenue Cinema, 510 SW Hall Street, Portland, OR 97201 on Portland State University Campus. Free admission. All movies with English subtitles.