Directed by: Gianni Amelia
With: Kim Rossi Stuart, Charlotte Rampling
Duration: 105 mins

From Gianni Amelio, the acclaimed director of OPEN DOORS, THE KEYS TO THE HOUSE is a compassionate, incredibly affecting exploration of fatherhood and the often surprising nature of disability. Abandoned as a child into the care of an uncle and aunt, Paulo is a physically and mentally challenged boy whose winning personality is evoked with wonderful sensitivity by Andrea Rossi. His father, Gianni (Kim Rossi Stuart) is asked to accompany him to Berlin for medical tests, despite the two never having met before. Everyone is hoping for a breakthrough for Paulo, many thinking it may only come if Gianni can forge an emotional bond with his son.

Featuring subtly powerful performances from the brilliant cast (including the superb Charlotte Rampling), THE KEYS TO THE HOUSE is an astonishing achievement, both thoughtful and redemptive.