Comedy uncovers the true meaning of teaching, resilience and the power of community
The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “A World Apart” showing June 20-26 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre.
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Abruzzo National Park, “A World Apart” follows veteran teacher Michele Cortese as he begins an unexpected chapter in his life.
Arriving during a snowstorm to take a post at a tiny rural school on the verge of closure, Cortese (Antonio Albanese) finds himself far from the comforts of Rome and faced with a lively, multi-age class.
With the support of Agnese (Virginia Raffaele), the school’s passionate vice-principal, he gradually sheds his urban habits and rediscovers the true meaning of teaching — rooted in empathy, resilience, and the power of community.
“A World Apart” will be shown at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre June 20-26. Showtimes will be Friday, Saturday and Monday, June 20, 21 and 23 at 6:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, June 24, 25 and 26 at 3:30 p.m.
Tickets are $12, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and more information, please call 928-282-1177. Both the theatre and film festival office are located at 2030 W. Hwy. 89A, in West Sedona. For more information, visit: www.SedonaFilmFestival.org.