Franco Battiato: The Long Journey (2026)
The story of the young Franco Battiato’s journey, from Sicily to his arrival in Milan, exploring the encounters and pivotal moments along the path to success, right up to his return to his beloved Sicily. The account of an inner journey in which the artist’s nature, already inclined towards spirituality, evolves into a more conscious quest.
Director:
Renato De Maria
Writer:
Monica Rametta
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Dario Aita as Franco Battiato |
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Elena Radonicich as Fleur Jaeggy |
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Simona Malato as Grazia Battiato |
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Ermes Frattini as Juri Camisasca |
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Nicole Petrelli as Giuni Russo |
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Giulio Forges Davanzati as Giusto Pio |
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Francesco Giulio Cerilli as Franco Battiato da adolescente |
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Anna Castiglia as |
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Joan Thiele as |
| Directing | Renato De Maria | Director |
| Writing | Monica Rametta | Screenplay |
| Sound | Vittorio Cosma | Original Music Composer |
| Sound | Giuvazza Maggiore | Original Music Composer |