PLOT

Michael Hamilton, an American attorney, arrives in Naples to settle several outstanding legal matters resulting from the unexpected death of one of his brothers. Once there, he learns that a woman with whom his brother had been living for some time was also killed in the car accident which cost his brother his life. The couple have left a nine-year-old son, Nando, who lives with his young aunt Lucia, an exuberant young woman full of creativity and imagination. Nando does not live a life suitable for a boy his age. He does not attend school and spends his days in activities that are not entirely commendable. Hamilton tries every means, including legal measures, to take Nando away From his environment. As the dispute continues, the attorney slowly but surely softens; his rigid preconceptions crumble, therefore decides to extend his stay to try to correct the boy’s habits and accustom him to a new way of life. But the undertaking turns out to be difficult despite the fact that giving way to a greater understanding, in which the appeal of a poor but happy existence, the beautiful environment and Lucia's grace and charm carry a certain weight. Thus, as he is about to depart in defeat, Hamilton realizes that he will no longer be able to endure the life that awaits him in America and, following his brother’s example, decides to remain in Naples, close to Lucia and Nando. (Enrico Lancia)
Story: Michael Pertwee, Jack Davies.