Italy / Oct 24, 2025 / Festival del Cinema di Roma
1h 35min
Overall average
5.0/10
Plot
The story follows Sasà, a 13-year-old boy living in the suburbs of Naples. He spends his days with friends, listening to rap music and dreaming of becoming a famous rapper to provide a better life for his young mother, Rusè. Their bond is close, but it's tested by jealousy, poverty, and harsh circumstances. When Sasà meets legendary Neapolitan rapper Yodi, his dream seems within reach. However, the harsh realities of the music industry and street life force him into drug trafficking to support his mother.
Main cast
Full cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Nicola Siciliano |
Genres
Drama
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | Malavia |
| Original language | Italiano (IT) |
| Spoken languages | Italiano |
| Production countries | Italy |
| Status | Released |
| Production companies | Archimede, RAI Cinema, MiC, Film Commission Regione Campania |
| Release date | 26 marzo 2026 |
| Production | Matteo Garrone |
| Writer | Nunzia De Stefano, Giorgio Caruso |
| Editing | Sarah McTeigue |
| Cinematography | Matteo Carlesimo, Silvio Di Monaco |
| Assistant directors | Nunzia De Stefano |
| Camera operators | Matteo Carlesimo, Silvio Di Monaco |
| Additional photography | Matteo Carlesimo, Silvio Di Monaco |
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| Costume design | Antonella Mignona |
| Makeup | Antonella Mignona |
| Hairstyling | Antonella Mignona |
Release dates
Premiere
Theatrical release
Italy / Mar 26, 2026
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