At two years old, Giorgio Bazzega loses his father, who is killed in 1976 by Walter Alasia, a young member of the Red Brigades. As he grows up, the loss becomes a deep wound, leading him during adolescence into drug addiction and a desire for revenge. Years later, Giorgio encounters the Gruppo dell’Incontro, a restorative justice initiative that brings victims and former perpetrators of political violence together. Through listening and unexpected encounters, he begins a journey of transformation and reconciliation, confronting the wounds of Italy’s Years of Lead and discovering how recognizing the humanity of the other can become the first step toward healing.

L’incontro (2026)

Two sides of the same wound

★ 7/10 October 16, 2026 94 min

Documentary

Director: Fabrizio Galatea  ·  Writer: Fabrizio Galatea

At two years old, Giorgio Bazzega loses his father, who is killed in 1976 by Walter Alasia, a young member of the Red Brigades. As he grows up, the loss becomes a deep wound, leading him during adolescence into drug addiction and a desire for revenge. Years later, Giorgio encounters the Gruppo dell’Incontro, a restorative justice initiative that brings victims and former perpetrators of political violence together. Through listening and unexpected encounters, he begins a journey of transformation and reconciliation, confronting the wounds of Italy’s Years of Lead and discovering how recognizing the humanity of the other can become the first step toward healing.

Director

Fabrizio Galatea

Cast

Giorgio Bazzega