Italy / 2025 / Fiction / 11’50”I2604656
Naples, 2025. A film production company is preparing a movie about the murals dedicated to Diego Armando Maradona. The crew begins holding auditions to find one of the young men who will star in the film. This event becomes an opportunity for redemption for many of them, a chance to escape a reality often marked by crime. Christian from the neighbourhood with an innate talent for football and a deep desire to succeed, shows up for the audition. Overwhelmed by anxiety and the desire to find strength, he goes under the Maradona mural, seeking advice and inspiration. He speaks to him as one would speak to a saint. In a magical scene, Maradona comes to life to talk to Christian. He encourages him, guides him and teaches him not only how to approach the audition but also how to look at life with courage and authenticity.
Director
Production
Referent
Sales
Script
Camera
Raffaele Massa
Cast / With
Massimiliano Rossi
Giovanni Simeone
Biagio Manna
Francesca Bergamo
Giovanni Amura
Christian Cervone
Antonio Guerra
Editing
Michele Fuccio
Film score composer
Aurelio Fierro