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GIFFONI FILM FESTIVAL 1998 - 19.26 July

Sections & Films

THE MIGHTY

Category: Edition 1998

Synopsis
This tells the story of a strong friendship between a young boy with Morquio's syndrome and an older boy who is always bullied because of his size. Adapted from the novel, Freak the Mighty, the film explores a building of trust and friendship. Kevin, an intelligent guy helps out Maxwell to improve his reading skills. In return, Kevin wants Maxwell to take him out places since he is not allowed out unauthorized. Being the social outcasts of the town, Kevin and Maxwell come to realize that they are similar to each other and accept that they are "freaks" and nothing will stop them.

Original Title The mighty
Italian Title Basta guardare il cielo
Category Out of competition
Section Y Gen
Tipology Feature Film
Duration 100'
Production Year 1998
Nationality USA
Directed by Peter Chelsom
Screenplay Charles Leavitt
Main cast Kieran Culkin, Elden Henson, Sharon Stone

 regista peter chelsomPETER CHELSOM

Chelsom was born in Blackpool, Lancashire, the son of antiques shop owners Kay and Reginald Chelsom. He studied at the Central School of Drama in London. He has dual citizenship in the US and the UK, and is an Honorary Citizen of the small town Fivizzano in Tuscany.