Miriam Crotti

Loose adaptation of Italy's national epic, Alessandro Manzoni's “The Betrothed”. In war-torn 17th century Italy, shady feudal lord Don Rodrigo eyes young and beautiful Lucia, who loves—and is reciprocated by—commoner Renzo. The two lovers plan to marry in secret, but Rodrigo discovers it and they are forced to flee their village, becoming separated and each facing many dangers, including the Plague.

“Life Bites” brings a comic touch to the difficulties common to the world of young teens: relationships with brothers and sisters, parents, friends, dating, school, sports, music, etc.—in short, everything that plays a part in the lives of young people in the 14-15 year-old age range.

Cristina, l'Europa siamo noi is a television series broadcast on Channel 4 in autumn 1991 with Cristina D'Avena, directed by Francesco Vicario, Cartonissimi within the program. It is the last television series starring Cristina D'Avena.