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Paternal Leave

Torn between longing and anger, 15-year-old Leo travels to the coast of northern Italy to meet her biological father. The two are complete strangers to each other. They struggle to find truth, affinity, love and the courage to face themselves.

Top Cast

  • Juli Grabenhenrich

    Juli Grabenhenrich

    Leo

  • Luca Marinelli

    Luca Marinelli

    Paolo

  • Arturo Gabbriellini

    Arturo Gabbriellini

    Edoardo

  • Joy Falletti Cardillo

    Joy Falletti Cardillo

    Emilia

  • Gaia Rinaldi

    Gaia Rinaldi

    Valeria

  • Stefano Pelloni

    Stefano Pelloni

    Singing Man

Overview

Torn between longing and anger, 15-year-old Leo travels to the coast of northern Italy to meet her biological father. The two are complete strangers to each other. They struggle to find truth, affinity, love and the courage to face themselves.

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6.4 / 10
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