Alza la testa (2009): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
2009 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2009, Alza la testa is a drama film directed by Alessandro Angelini, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Mero, a skilled shipyard worker, is a single father. His son Lorenzo, born from a relationship with an Albanian girl, is his only reason for living. The father dreams that the boy will become a champion boxer, to make up for his own anonymous career as an amateur in the ring. This is why he puts him through a tough training program, teaching him day after day to throw punches and protect himself from life's low blows. The balance of this relationship is disturbed by the return of Lorenzo's mother Denisa and by the son's meeting with young Ana. Mero's trials are not over and he must face up to pain, his prejudices and the remoteness of Italy's north east.
Who’s in it. Alza la testa stars Sergio Castellitto as Mero, Giorgio Colangeli as Malagodi, Anita Kravos as Sonia and Augusto Fornari as Brancifiore, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Alza la testa has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Alza la testa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alza la testa tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.
Häufige Fragen
- Where can I watch Alza la testa (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alza la testa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alza la testa worth watching?
- Alza la testa holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Alza la testa?
- Alza la testa stars Sergio Castellitto, Giorgio Colangeli, Anita Kravos, Augusto Fornari and Duccio Camerini.
- When was Alza la testa released?
- Alza la testa was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.