This weekend’s private screening of Il Mio Posto a Tavola (My Place at the Table) in Reading, PA offered a powerful look at identity, belonging, and the complexities of adoption. The documentary, created by Santo Marabella—who also shares his personal journey in the film—traces his search for connection from his birthplace in Aosta, Italy to his life in Pennsylvania.
The story begins with a solitary table and ends with a vibrant gathering of family and friends—American and Italian—joined by love, food, and fellowship. The screening was followed by a packed reception, reflecting the very themes of community and reconnection explored in the film.
At ISS-USA, these themes resonate deeply. Our century-long commitment to cross-border family services is grounded in the belief that every individual has the right to know where they come from and to feel a sense of belonging. Il Mio Posto a Tavola reminds us of the emotional complexity of family separation and the courage it takes to seek and welcome reconnection.
This film doesn’t offer easy answers—but it does offer a seat at the table.
Learn more at ilmiopostofilm.com