In an Italian village in the 1970s, a young and idealistic teacher arrives to teach a group of unruly students at a high school. The protagonist brings with her a fresh perspective on education, seeking to transform the aridness of an outdated school system. However, she soon faces resistance from the closed-mindedness of the faculty and the community, who prefer to maintain the status quo. Despite this adversity, the teacher’s courage to challenge the norms and connect with her students begins to bear fruit.
The boys, who initially appear indifferent and cause problem after problem, start to become emotionally involved in the lessons, discovering a world of possibilities and dreams they had never considered. The relationship between the teacher and her students deepens, becoming a powerful catalyst for change not only in the classroom but also in the entire social environment of the village.
However, the story complicates when tensions with the adults escalate, and the teacher must fight not only for her job but also for the education of her students. As the lines between authoritarianism and freedom blur, the film explores themes such as the transformative power of education, the rise of young voices, and generational conflicts. With a tone of comedy and drama, the film immerses us in an emotional journey full of laughter and tears, showing that true learning goes beyond textbooks.