A Lighter Burden to Bear
Rome, late 1990s. Military service is still compulsory, and to avoid it, Marco, an ambitious young architect already on the rise, chooses conscientious objection and the resulting alternative civilian service. However, he ends up in a rehabilitation center for the disabled, where he has to take care of a girl suffering from a severe form of muscular dystrophy. After a difficult start, marked by the intolerance of the young manager, who is not used to low-paid jobs, the two form a deep bond, and the architect says that thanks to the girl, his civil service has been less difficult.
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| Original Title | Più leggero non basta |
| Year | 1998 |
| Country | Italy |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama, TV Movie |
| Director | Elisabetta Lodoli |
| Runtime | 93 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 8.0/10 (1 votes) |
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A Lighter Burden to Bear is a very strong film rated 8.0/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
A classic from 1998. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.
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