Dramma popolare (Film) (first feature)

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Trailer

original title:

Dramma popolare

directed by:

Carmelo Popolo

cast:

Rosario Popolo, Maria Giglia, Amalia Salvadore, Nicola Popolo

screenplay:

Carmelo Popolo, Matilde Buzzanca

cinematography:

Federico Maio

editing:

Federico Maio

set design:

Antonio Abbate

costume design:

Giuseppe Bonasera

music:

Marf

producer:

Carmelo Popolo

production:

People Production

distribution:

Emera Film [Italy]

country:

Italy

year:

2025

film run:

114'

format:

colour

status:

Ready (14/01/2026)

festivals & awards:

Taormina Film Fest 2025: Proiezione Speciale

Sicily, 1970s. Cola lives a simple and dignified existence in the countryside outside Messina, between farming and working in the fields. A generous and respected man, a loving father and grandfather, he is overwhelmed by a wave of injustice, humiliation, and derision that profoundly transforms him.

Dramma popolare (Film) (first feature)

by Carmelo Popolo