The Time It Takes

The Time It Takes

In this deeply personal film about her relationship with her legendary filmmaker father, Francesca Comencini’s virtuosic work of cinematic autobiography paints a richly emotional picture of their changing bond during the Years of Lead. Nominated for six Donatello Awards.

“The Time it Takes is a sentimental drama about a father-daughter rapport, [with a] palpable passion for cinema and grounded performances from Fabrizio Gifuni as Luigi and Romana Maggiora Vergano.” —Screen International

The Time It Takes
  • The Time It Takes

    Directed by Francesca Comencini • Drama • With Romana Maggiora Vergano, Fabrizio Gifuni • 2025 • 113 minutes

    In this deeply personal film about her relationship with her father, legendary filmmaker Luigi Comencini, Francesca Comencini’s virtuosic work of cinematic autobiography paints a richly e...