Vita Mia
A sweeping tale of European history seen through the eyes of a noblewoman—from the aristocratic salons to the ateliers of Dior. The film celebrates unexpected bonds that bring healing and joy to a life marked by exile and survival.
Didi, an elderly aristocrat, has chosen to retire in a small village in Apulia. Living with Parkinson's disease, she relies on Vita – a strong-willed woman from a modest background – for daily support. What begins as a practical arrangement evolves into a profound connection, as mutual respect helps them bridge the gap between their worlds.Didi's days unfold against the backdrop of an impoverished aristocracy and the hallucinations brought on by illness. Through fragmented memories, we glimpse the scars of the Nazi regime, the tragedy of the Shoah, and the haunting guilt of survival at others' expense. Vita's presence becomes a catalyst, drawing long-buried secrets to the surface. After enduring the great upheavals of 20th-century European history, Didi discovers solace—and perhaps even a form of happiness—in the unexpected gift of friendship.
- Dominique Sanda (FIRST LOVE, 1900, THE CRIMSON RIVERS)
- Celeste Casciaro (AMARE AMARO, IN GRAZIA DI DIO)
- Antonino "Ninni" Bruschetta (E IO TI SEGUO, TELL NO ONE, BORIS - IL FILM)
- Ignazio Oliva (PADRE PIO, IL VENDITORE DI MEDICINE, AMORFÙ )
- Karolina Porcari (I'LL FIND YOU)
- Johanna Orsini
Press Quotes
MOVIEPLAYER
“Yet another magical story in Winspeare's filmography.”
SENTIERI SELVAGGI
„Among the best films made by Edoardo Winspeare, with a universal flavour, capable of effectively reasoning about Europe and its history.“
IL SOLE24ORE
“Dominique Sanda is magnificient.”
CLOSE UP
“A form of storytelling that, sequence after sequence, draws the viewer into active participation.”
MYMOVIES
“The narrative, while shaping a character who carries the weight of history, manages to preserve the warm flavor of affection and family habits.”
CIAK
“A story of female solidarity in which the great traumas of twentieth century history are reflected.”
TAXIDRIVERS
“A profoundly European film: the small story of Didi and Vita becomes a metaphor for the great sweep of history, with the Old Continent as its hidden protagonist.”
CINEMATOGRAFO
“The two protagonists' noteworthy performances leave a heartwarming, lasting impression.”
CINEUROPA
“A layered and enveloping work, with the soul of a road movie capable of uniting sun drenched Puglia and brooding Transylvania.”
MOVIEPLAYER
“Winspeare has given us something that terribly resembles a caress laid upon a wound that is still open.”
LUCI SULLA SCENA
“A sumptuous and delicate film at the same time, which crosses with superb mastery numerous borders: spatial, temporal, social, cultural, linguistic. But one step at a time.”QUOTIDIANO DI PUGLIA“It is not only the story of a human experience, but also a pretext for reflecting on Europe.”
IL MATTINO
Selected Festivals & Awards
BIFEST Bari International Film Festival
