A Hero of Our Times

Alberto Menichetti, a timid young man living with his aunt and Clotilde, the elderly housekeeper, leads an ordinary life working in an office under the watchful eye of his boss, Mrs. De Ritis - a widow whose late husband was tragically killed during a hunting incident. Amidst this seemingly tranquil existence, Alberto harbors a secret crush on Marcella, a younger coworker who has yet to turn legal age.As Alberto eagerly awaits the day when he can declare his feelings for Marcella, his own traits - a predisposition towards fear and an inherent selfishness - begin to create unexpected turbulence in his life. The story unfolds as we observe this ordinary man grappling with the consequences of his personality traits, navigating through the challenges of love, work, and personal growth amidst a backdrop of quaint Italian village life.