SKAM Italia — Elia
Season 5 marks a fresh start for the series, stepping away from familiar narratives to focus on Elia Santini’s journey. Facing a complicated situation – repeating his final year of high school alone and grappling with difficult emotions – Elia confronts issues surrounding masculinity and intimacy. As he navigates this challenging period, a connection begins to form with Viola, a classmate who unexpectedly enters his orbit.

At a bar with friends, Elia found himself drawn to Alessia. As the evening progressed, the band they were all involved with prepared for their upcoming performance, only to encounter an unexpected difficulty during rehearsal.

Filippo’s insistent request for rent left Elia with no recourse but to seek his father's assistance. Viola, observing his distress, gently reminded him of a shared moment from years gone by.

Elia, without delving into the specifics of their cause, readily agreed to join Viola and her companions. Afterward, a wave of apprehension washed over her in the locker room.

A summons arrived for Luchino and his band, an invitation to perform at a benefit for the very organization determined to dismantle their friends’ beloved radio station. Disagreement rippled through the group at the news.

A creeping unease about his own sexual ability began to shadow Elia, subtly poisoning his connection with Viola and darkening his spirits. His friends, observant as they were, noticed the shift in him.

Elia plotted a meeting between Asia and Sana, hoping they could find a resolution for the radio station’s troubles. Viola observed Elia's attempts at reconciliation with a wary expression.

Whispers concerning Elia began to circulate within the school's halls, and he sought out the source of the gossip. He confronted the person he believed to be responsible. During a subsequent visit from Viola, she revealed a startling secret…

With a gathering of courage, Elia confronts his anxieties, inching closer to a sense of self-acceptance. Simultaneously, the shadows of Spera’s past begin to rise.

Together, Viola and Federica resolved to report the matter to the authorities. The outcome of the school election was revealed. And in the aftermath, Viola and Elia tentatively renewed their connection.

To mark the final broadcast of their radio program, the group arranged a gathering. During the preparations, the school psychologist offered Elia some counsel, which proved effective in easing his apprehension.

