“GINO: A Child of War” Movie Screening & Reception

Join us for a special screening of the movie “GINO: A Child of War”, a heartwarming story of an orphaned Italian boy in Second World War Italy rescued by Canadian Soldiers.“GINO: A Child of War” is an awe-inspiring docudrama that sheds light on the boundless hope and resilience of the human spirit amid the chaos of war. The film narrates the incredible story of Gino Farnetti, a five-year-old boy discovered frightened, hungry, and wandering amidst the war-torn ruins of Torrice, Italy, in 1944, by compassionate Canadian soldiers. For the next ten months, Gino found shelter, nourishment, and care among his Canadian guardians. A special bond formed between Gino and “Red” Lloyd Oliver, and this film portrays their remarkable relationship and the untold story that connects them.“GINO:A Child of War” is a testament to survival and the embodiment of the “Canadian Way”.View the 2-minute movie trailer: https://vimeo.com/863331998Doors open at 7pm for a cocktail hour featuring light appetizers and a cash bar (debit/credit is accepted). Move screening at 8pm with complimentary popcorn, followed by a Q&A.