Antonio Mombelli is content with his life as a primary school teacher in the small town of Vigevano. His wife, however, is ashamed of their humble circumstances and dreams of something better for their family. She insists he quits his job, gives up on his pension, and opens a small shoe factory.
Maestro Mombelli
Ada
Headmaster
Nanini
Widow Nanini
Bugatti
Mombelli's brother-in-law
Drivaldi
Racalmuto
Rino
Menelik Bugatti
Amiconi
Varaldi
Cipolloni
Filippi
Zarzalli
Caretaker
Footwear Wholesaler
Doctor
