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Greater Ground

A promotional poster for the film 'Greater Groud' featuring a young man with intense eyes, surrounded by handwritten text and actor credits, showcasing Scene On Gozo's event.
The ceiling of a church with many paintings upon it.

Mark, an art student nearing the end of his university days, finds himself increasingly disconnected from the places and situations that once brought him joy. As his final day approaches, he begins to question whether there is more to life than what he’s been living. Along the way, Mark encounters a series of poignant and unexpected moments that challenge his perspective, leading him to re-evaluate his path and ultimately changing the course of his life forever.

Released


2015

Directed


Federico Chini

Starring

Manuel Xuereb
Julia Camilleri
Melvin Calleja

Manuel Xuereb, star of Greater Ground, later collaborated with its director, Federico Chini, to adapt author Pierre J. Mejak’s nostalgic tribute to the Gozo of his youth, Dar ir-ummien. This project brought together Xuereb and Chini once again, capturing the essence of a time gone by on the island through Mejak’s reflective storytelling.

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