A Lighter Burden to Bear
Originally released in 1998. A Lighter Burden to Bear is a comedy/drama film. directed by Elisabetta Lodoli.
Starring Giovanna Mezzogiorno, Stefano Accorsi, and Lorenza Indovina
Synopsis
Rome, late 1990s. Military service is still compulsory, and to avoid it, Marco, an ambitious young architect already on the rise, chooses conscientious objection and the resulting alternative civilian service. However, he ends up in a rehabilitation center for the disabled, where he has to take care of a girl suffering from a severe form of muscular dystrophy. After a difficult start, marked by the intolerance of the young manager, who is not used to low-paid jobs, the two form a deep bond, and the architect says that thanks to the girl, his civil service has been less difficult.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Paso Doble Film S.r.l.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Lighter Burden to Bear about?
Rome, late 1990s. Military service is still compulsory, and to avoid it, Marco, an ambitious young architect already on the rise, chooses conscientious objection and the resulting alternative civil...
Who directed A Lighter Burden to Bear?
A Lighter Burden to Bear was directed by Elisabetta Lodoli.
How long is A Lighter Burden to Bear?
A Lighter Burden to Bear has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was A Lighter Burden to Bear released?
A Lighter Burden to Bear was released on December 8, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Lighter Burden to Bear?
The main cast of A Lighter Burden to Bear includes Giovanna Mezzogiorno, Stefano Accorsi, Lorenza Indovina, Tommaso Ragno, Sergio Albelli.