Cinema Staziun Lavin - CINQUE SECONDI

CINQUE SECONDI
2026 / Director: Paolo Virzì

Adriano is a grumpy loner who lives in seclusion in the stables of Villa Guelfi, an abandoned estate in Tuscany. He spends his days smoking cigars and avoiding contact with anyone as much as possible. When a community of young men and women settles in the abandoned villa and begins tending the fields and vineyards, he puts up a fight and tries to drive them away. But the recent college graduates in agricultural science, climate research, and oenology are curious about this hermit with a mysterious past: Why does he live all alone and want nothing to do with anyone?

The seasons pass, the grapes ripen, and the initial conflict between the community and the aloof eccentric gives way to a shared life, as Adriano wants to help the young people prevent the sale of the property. Filmmaker Paolo Virzì himself beautifully sums up a core element of his narrative when he observes: “The surrounding nature mirrors the story of the film: the neglected vineyard, once tended to, produces an intoxicating wine.”

*Cinque secondi* celebrated its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival. Once again, the director of films such as *La bella vita* and *Un altro Ferragosto* demonstrates his skill at weaving serious themes with a zest for life and heartwarming, lighthearted moments. *Cinque secondi* is a touching story of loneliness, care, and friendship—and of family as well—starring Valerio Mastandrea, Valeria Bruni Tedeschi, and Gallatea Bellugi. With great sensitivity, it delves into the moment that drove this family man into the solitude of Tuscany.

Drama, Language: Italian, Subtitles: German, 106 min., Rated 16+

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