This film recounts the experiences of Luca (Pierluigi Gigante), a gay Roman Catholic man in Italy, as he tries to adopt a child alongside his partner Lorenzo (Alessandro Piavani). They run a center that provides care for people with conditions like Down’s Syndrome and want to become parents. Despite adoption being legally permissible for same-sex couples, they repeatedly encounter resistance from officials who deny their applications. Luca learns about Alba, an infant abandoned at birth because she was born with Down’s Syndrome, and hopes to offer her a secure and nurturing home. While the baby's condition discourages other prospective parents, his efforts are thwarted. This creates significant stress within his relationship and he soon finds himself isolated. He then meets Teresa (Teresa Saponangelo), an assertive single-mother lawyer who agrees to assist him in challenging the system. The film explores whether they can overcome these obstacles and successfully adopt Alba. Certain portions employ a mock documentary style, which I felt diminished the emotional resonance of several scenes. Additionally, it leans heavily on sentimentality and appears to assume viewers will automatically react with disapproval to what is presented as an absurd situation rather than utilizing acting, dialogue or dramatic elements to effectively demonstrate the shortcomings in both the laws and broader societal attitudes toward gay adoption. While Luca is portrayed as a stable and caring individual, there isn’t much of an attempt made to delve deeper into his character. Flashbacks reveal a past friendship that ends tragically but this storyline remains unresolved. A one-night stand at a gay nightclub, involving someone he already knew, also felt out of place with the film's overall message. The exploration of Luca’s religious beliefs and his relationship with his somewhat doubtful mother are not fully developed either. Despite these shortcomings, it remains a thought-provoking drama that prompts reflection on the roots of homophobia. Legislatures can pass laws, but if those responsible for enforcing them harbor their own prejudices, real change may never occur for individuals caught in emotionally charged situations like this. Gigante and Saponangelo both deliver solid performances; her scenes with her playful children elicit some smiles, and it’s a worthwhile two hours as an initial look at the adoption process.

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