The Invisible Boy: A Disappearing Act Worth Glancing At?

Alright, folks, so I caught “The Invisible Boy”, this Italian fantasy flick that tries to mix up superhero vibes with coming-of-age drama. My head’s still spinning a bit; it’s like trying to mix lingonberry jam with Parmesan cheese. The film, directed by Gabriele Salvatores, tries to juggle a lot, with effects that reminded me a touch of the snowfalls over Lidingö: pretty but not always impressive.

This young dude, played by Ludovico Girardello, finds out he’s got this snazzy power to just vanish. Poof, gone! Reminds me of when I tried to sneak out of Vårby back in the day. Plus, Valeria Golino is in it – you might remember her from “Rain Man.” She’s got that same soothing voice, like the gentle hum of an old Volvo engine.

The film’s got those familiar beats of adolescence, like figuring out who you are and all that jazz. Makes me think of that time I accidentally spilled Gammeldansk all over my math homework then tried to claim it added “authenticity.” But the plot gets a bit wibbly-wobbly at times. Some scenes make you scratch your head as if you just rode the Stockholm subway during rush hour.

There’s this quirky mad scientist flavor sprinkled in by the writers. Remember the courage of Pippi? Imagine she’s now got a lab coat.

But let’s talk details: the cinematography makes some scenes look like postcards you’d pick up on your way to Gotland. And honestly, the tension between invisibility and discovery feels like a fika discussion after just way too much coffee.

If you’ve ever felt like fading into the background yet yearning to stand out, go on, give it a peek. But maybe have some knäckebröd handy – you might need a little crunch amidst the hazy bits.

Check the trailer below