Upside Down

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Upside Down

Directed by Luca Tornatore • 2021 • 93 min

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Related Disabilities

Down Syndrome

Accessibility

✓ Open Captions✓ Audio Description

Film Information

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.

Genre

narrative

Language

Italian

Country

Italy

Year

2021

Cast & Crew

Director: Luca Tornatore

Q&A with director Luca Tornatore and Gabrielle di Bello of the film Upside Down, learn more about Down Syndrome and sports representation in film. ReelAbilities presents the top disability movies. Moderated by Mark & John Cronin

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