Upside Down
Directed by Luca Tornatore
93 Min | Italian | Italy | | Narrative
Feature | Open Captions | Audio Description
International Premiere
Family, Fatherhood, Sports, Teens
Paolo, a 19-year-old with Down syndrome, meets Armando, a tough but kindhearted boxing trainer at the local gym. Constantly underestimated by the world around him, Paolo decides to train with Armando, much to the dismay of his protective father. Paolo steps into the ring against all odds, hoping to find his confidence and a sense of belonging.
Past Screenings
Upside Down @ JCC SI | Monday May 1, 2023 | 7:00 PM | JCC of Staten Island Joan and Alan Bernikow JCC
Upside Down @ MMJCCM | Sunday Apr 30, 2023 | 4:30 PM | Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan
Disabilities featured:
Down Syndrome
Upside Down
Presenting Festivals
Upside Down @ JCC SI | Monday May 1, 2023 | 7:00 PM | JCC of Staten Island Joan and Alan Bernikow JCC
Upside Down @ MMJCCM | Sunday Apr 30, 2023 | 4:30 PM | Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan