Little Teachers


1h 54m 1998

Brief Synopsis

In World War II, idealistic students join the partisan movement to fight against Fascism. At first, they know more of the philosophical arguments in favour of democracy than the practicalities of warfare. However, as they enter into real conflict, and some of their number are killed, they are change

Film Details

Also Known As
I Piccoli Maestri, Piccoli Maestri, I
Genre
Adaptation
Drama
Period
Release Date
1998
Production Company
Cecchi Gori Pictures
Distribution Company
Cecchi Gori Pictures
Location
Italy

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 54m

Synopsis

In World War II, idealistic students join the partisan movement to fight against Fascism. At first, they know more of the philosophical arguments in favour of democracy than the practicalities of warfare. However, as they enter into real conflict, and some of their number are killed, they are changed by their experiences and forge closer links between their ideals and Italy's future. The film moves towards the liberation of Italy and the surrender of the occupying German forces.

Film Details

Also Known As
I Piccoli Maestri, Piccoli Maestri, I
Genre
Adaptation
Drama
Period
Release Date
1998
Production Company
Cecchi Gori Pictures
Distribution Company
Cecchi Gori Pictures
Location
Italy

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 54m

Quotes

Trivia

Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States 1998

Released in United States 1999

Released in United States January 1999

Shown at Nortel Palm Springs International Film Festival (Opening Night) January 7-18, 1999.

Shown at Venice Film Festival (in competition) August 26 - September 8, 1998.

Released in United States 1998

Released in United States 1998 (Shown at Venice Film Festival (in competition) August 26 - September 8, 1998.)

Released in United States 1999 (US premiere at the 1999 Palm Springs International Film Festival.)

Released in United States January 1999 (Shown at Nortel Palm Springs International Film Festival (Opening Night) January 7-18, 1999.)