The premiere of «Souce» is taking place on Saturday 19 October at the hall of the High School in Riva del Garda: the film written, directed and produced by girls and boys with a disorder on the autism spectrum.
“Souce” is an engaging and engaging journey that explores the world through the eyes and hearts of those who live it without preconceptions or filters, enhancing the power of cinema as a tool of inclusion, expression and healing. An essential story, simple yet deeply meaningful, that offers an unprecedented look at autism. A short film (lasting 11 minutes and 40 seconds) that not only highlights the talent and sensitivity of boys and girls with atypical neurological conditions, but guides the public to see the world through their eyes and their vision of life. The camera captures the boys’ candid moments and shows their unexpected communication skills and emotional intensity, which are often underappreciated or looked down upon. The strength of «Souce» is its ability to free young people from the «disability» label and show their great potential, allowing them to tell their own stories, wishes and dreams, showing that diversity is a real resource, is able. enriching not only the art world but society as a whole.
The cast is made up of twelve neurologically atypical girls and boys, that is, with a series of syndromes that lead to difficulties in social interaction, including verbal and non-verbal communication. The story was written by Riccardo Castellazzi, a boy with a severe form of autism, who answered a ten-question questionnaire based on the hero’s journey model, prepared by Andrea Aglieri, the screenwriter. To overcome his communication difficulties, Riccardo used software that helped him express himself. The result is a rich and intense script that reflects his vision of the world. His work shows that with the right support and resources, people with disabilities can overcome huge obstacles to create great things.
The idea comes from Andrea Baglio, a young director, actor and digital creative who attracted the attention of the media with projects on the web that attracted millions of clicks, including «Freaks! The Series” (2011), “Escape from Death” (2013-2018) and “Voldemort: Origin of the Heir” (2018). The film was made by Mad Oven, a joint group from the world of filmmaking and multimedia communication with a passion for stories that express positive values; the team interacted with the group with advice and technical assistance, but were given the art direction, which chose with complete creative freedom how to tell the story. The DOP camera operator is Gianluca Colombo, Gianmarco Dal Negro’s production manager. The film, which was completed in August, cost 7,500 euros.
The plot: one day a young boy discovers that the adults have prepared a “bad” tasting sauce, as a result of a distracted and careless attitude. The lack of love and care in the preparation of the dish reflects his negative state of mind. The boy decides that it is not acceptable, especially since the sauce will be served during an important lunch where many people are invited. Deciding to change the story, he joins his friends and they start changing the sauce together. Each friend brings a special ingredient, symbolizing values such as happiness, courage and resilience. In the end, the lunch is a success and everyone present can enjoy a delicious dish, made possible by the commitment and positive values of the boy and his friends. The title, «Souce», is a fictional term that blends the words «sauce» (sauce) and «anam» (soul), symbolizing the essence of cooking with love. Through food, the soul expresses itself, transforming each dish into an emotional experience that unites those who cook and taste, in a meeting between taste and emotion.
The production is by the Riva del Garda association «Due chiacchiere un smile», directed by Monica Bertoni, who has been involved for many years in promoting the well-being and inclusion of people with disabilities, who not only produced the film, but supported the film . boys and girls throughout the process. The film is under the patronage of the Municipality of Riva del Garda, Costermano del Garda and Rivoli Veronese.
The first ever screening, Saturday 19 October in the High School hall starting at 6pm, is free. The cast and crew will be present with the key figures of the initiative, including the president of the association «Due chatter a smile» Monica Bertoni, who will propose a debate to the public at the end. Luca Gandini moderates the evening.
In the photos, taken by the team, from above:
● Gianmarco Dal Negro, production manager, giving the reception during a scene starring the teacher Jennifer Segala;
● Riccardo Castellazzi, writer and main actor of Souce, intends to write a scene from the film;
● (from left) Monica Bertoni, president of the association “Due chiacchiere un smile”, together with Benedetta Finocchiaro, the actress of the film, and Andrea Baglio, the creator of the project;
● (from left) Andrea Baglio, creator of Souce, together with Gianluca Colombo, director of photography, filming Arianna Piacentini, actress of the film;
● Alessandro Stelitano, director of the film Souce.