The Valley of Smiles

The Valley of Smiles

2025
2h 2min

Physical education teacher Sergio Rossetti is transferred to Remis, a small mountain village wherein an unbreakable serenity reigns, and discovers that behind that golden equilibrium lies a disturbing ritual. One night a week, the locals are freed of their pain thanks to 15-year-old introvert Matteo: just hugging him is enough to feel better. In an attempt to save Matteo from the madness of his community, Sergio will unleash the dark side of what everyone calls the Angel of Remis.

The Valley of Smiles

Storyline

Physical education teacher Sergio Rossetti is transferred to Remis, a small mountain village wherein an unbreakable serenity reigns, and discovers that behind that golden equilibrium lies a disturbing ritual. One night a week, the locals are freed of their pain thanks to 15-year-old introvert Matteo: just hugging him is enough to feel better. In an attempt to save Matteo from the madness of his community, Sergio will unleash the dark side of what everyone calls the Angel of Remis.
    Released
    17 September 2025
    Runtime
    2h 2min
    Director
    Budget
    $4,025,000
    Genre
    Status
    Post Production
    Language
    Italian
    Production
    Nightswim, Fandango, Vision Distribution, MiC, Lazio Cinema International, Fondo Audiovisivo FVG, SPOK Films, Sky
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