Mario Martone

In early 20th-century Naples, a theatrical parody lands beloved thespian and playwright Eduardo Scarpetta in court, facing a malicious lawsuit that could compromise his freedom of expression and the economic security of his extended family—including his son's, young Eduardo De Filippo.

Dir. Mario Martone · With Toni Servillo, Maria Nazionale, Cristiana Dell'Anna

In 19th-century Italy, Giacomo Leopardi channels his debilitating illness and isolation into poetry.

Dir. Mario Martone · With Elio Germano, Michele Riondino, Massimo Popolizio

In 1914, with Italy on the cusp of joining World War I, a group of foreign artists establishes a commune on the rural island of Capri, catching the attention of young Lucia, a local illiterate shepherdess who soon falls under their spell.

Dir. Mario Martone · With Marianna Fontana, Reinout Scholten van Aschat, Antonio Folletto

Antonio Barracano is a respected figure among the Neapolitan underworld, keeping order and administering justice according to his own criteria, beyond the law. One day he's faced with a dilemma after a youth asks him permission to kill his father.

Dir. Mario Martone · With Francesco Di Leva, Massimiliano Gallo, Roberto De Francesco