PRODUCTIONS: THE NEW INHABITANTS OF MASETTI

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Renzo Carbonera

SD Cinematografica

26 Min.

HD

The documentary immerses us in the life of a small community nestled in the beautiful Val d\'Astico, a place that was once vibrant with activity and joy, now inhabited by a few residents who carry the history of this magical place in their hearts.
From the silent streets emerge voices like those of Renata, the last schoolteacher, and Francesco, who returned to breathe new life into his family and the community with the arrival of little Filippo, after 40 years without any new births. Masetti is experiencing a moment of rebirth, amidst the influx of tourists and the call of its roots, where ancient legends intertwine with the challenges of modernity.
Set against breathtaking landscapes and millennia-old traditions, the Cimbrian language echoes in the games of children, while bold endeavors such as high-altitude grape cultivation bring new vitality to the village. The climax is reached during the patron saint\'s feast of San Giovanni, a celebration that revives memories and bonds, where the old and the new merge in a festive atmosphere.
The documentary tells not only the story of a resilient community but also the beauty of small things and the strength of ties, demonstrating that, despite the changes of time, Masetti continues to shine like a hidden gem in the heart of the mountains.