The Hidden Child

In the bustling city, Gabriele Santoro, a skilled Pianoforte professor at San Pietro a Majella Conservatory, leads an ordinary life in a working-class neighborhood, blissfully unaware of the turmoil brewing just steps away from his front door. One seemingly mundane morning, as he prepares for another day of teaching, a package delivery interrupts his routine. As Gabriele hurriedly rinses his beard before answering the door, opportunity knocks in an unexpected and heart-wrenching way: a young boy, Ciro, slips inside unnoticed.It is not until late at night that Gabriele discovers the presence of the frightened child who, after braving the daring escape from his home, remains eerily silent about the reason behind his flight. Displaying kindness and compassion, the maestro decides to shelter Ciro in his own home, presenting a daunting challenge for the unseen adversaries lurking nearby. This unexpected turn of events triggers an intricate dance of trust, secrecy, and survival between Gabriele and Ciro, revealing layers of courage and humanity amidst the shadowy undercurrents of their shared urban landscape.