Obviously, Sophia Loren is a living legend, but she is getting some of the best notices of her life for Netflix’s 2020 Italian drama “The Life Ahead.” In this exclusive clip, titled, “Two Sides of The Same Coin,” that we are proud to present, director Edoardo Ponti (“Between Strangers” in 2002, “The Girl from Nagasaki” from 2013), and legendary actress Sophia Loren discuss their acclaimed collaboration, “The Life Ahead.” The story of two survivors, separated by a gulf of generational, racial and religious contrast, reminds viewers of the power of empathy, common ground and the value of seeing the world through the eyes of another.
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Inspired by Romain Gary’s novel, “The Life Before Us,” Ponti’s film centers on the unlikely relationship between a retired street hustler (Loren) and an immigrant street kid, played by newcomer Ibrahima Gueye.
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“Empathy begins when you start looking through the eyes of another,” Ponti explained; about the movie, the sees the world through the eyes of a child. “The story is so rich,” Loren adds. “It’s funny, it’s poetic, and it’s about tolerance, forgiveness, and the power of love, all things we desperately need in these times.”
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Here’s the official synopsis:
In seaside Italy, a Holocaust survivor with a daycare business, Madame Rosa (Loren), takes in 12-year-old street kid Momo, the boy who recently robbed her. The two loners become each other’s protectors, anchoring an unconventional family.
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It’s a sweet, moving, and life-affirming film, and if you haven’t seen it yet, you should catch up on it now. “The Life Ahead” is available on Netflix now. Check out the exclusive video clip below.