The life of Benedetto Croce, Italian philosopher and senator, is a compelling tale of survival and passion, marked by tragedy and intense rivalries. The story begins in 1883, when a devastating earthquake in Ischia claims his family. Despite this tragedy, Croce transforms his grief into a relentless pursuit of philosophy and literature, shaping his resilience and intellect. A key chapter examines his friendship and eventual political rift with fellow intellectual Giovanni Gentile during the Fascist era, culminating in Gentile’s tragic assassination in 1944. Through Croce’s journey, the film reflects Italy’s turbulent history and ideological struggles.