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Il ragazzo dai pantaloni rosa

  • Drama
Confirmed2024-10-107.17.4Trakt

On 20 November 2012, 15-year-old Andrea Spezzacatena took his life, becoming the first reported case in Italy of bullying and cyberbullying leading to a minor's suicide. The triggering incident was his choice to wear a pair of red trousers, a gift from his mother, which turned pink due to a washing mishap.

The Boy with Pink Pants is a drama film released on October 10, 2024, based on the tragic true story of Andrea Spezzacatena, a 15-year-old Italian student whose suicide in 2012 marked the first documented case in Italy of bullying and cyberbullying leading to a minor's death. The film examines how a simple wardrobe mishap—red trousers that turned pink in the wash—became the catalyst for relentless harassment both in school and online.

When does The Boy with Pink Pants come out?

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Not available on any tracked streaming service in United States right now.

Available in: Denmark · Finland · Italy · Norway · Sweden

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Available to stream in Italy— but not in United States.

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Theatrical release in United States

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In cinemas
2024-10-10

No date confirmed for United States yet · Earliest worldwide: Wide release in Italy

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Trailer

Il Ragazzo Dai Pantaloni Rosa | Trailer Ufficiale

YouTube · 2024-09-20
FAQ

The Boy with Pink Pants — frequently asked

When did The Boy with Pink Pants release?

The film was released on October 10, 2024.

Is this based on a true story?

Yes, the film is based on the true story of Andrea Spezzacatena, whose death by suicide on November 20, 2012, was the first reported case in Italy of a minor's suicide directly linked to bullying and cyberbullying.

What is the film about?

The drama follows a teenager whose choice to wear pink-tinted trousers becomes the target of intense bullying and cyberbullying, exploring the devastating impact of social harassment on a young person's life.

Where can I watch The Boy with Pink Pants?

Streaming availability varies by region and platform. Check local streaming services or cinema listings for current availability in your area.

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