The Boy with Pink Pants
Being yourself is a right that requires courage and respect.
2024 · 114 min · ★ 7.1 · Drama
On 20 November 2012, 15-year-old Andrea Spezzacatena took his life, becoming the first reported case in Italy of bullying and cyberbullying leading to a minor's suicide. The triggering incident was his choice to wear a pair of red trousers, a gift from his mother, which turned pink due to a washing mishap.
Directed by Margherita Ferri · Written by Roberto Proia
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Claudia Pandolfi Teresa Manes -
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Sara Ciocca Sara - S Settimo Palazzo Professor Gioli
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Maurizio Jiritano Papà di Tommaso - B Barbara Bovoli Ostetrica
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