Review of The Life Ahead

While 'The Life Ahead' refrains from fully exploring the potential issues that arise in the story with its simplistic plot and sentimental nature, director Edoardo Ponti provides a beautiful story of respect, understanding and love between unlikely mother and son. A snapshot of an unexpected friendship born of mutual pain. Sophia Lauren shines in a charismatic role and effortlessly creates a strong presence whose rugged exterior slowly evaporates to reveal vulnerability born of trauma.