Kryptonite!
"Every family has its own secrets, but some are funnier than the others."
Originally released in 2011. Kryptonite! is a drama/comedy film. directed by Ivan Cotroneo.
Starring Valeria Golino, Cristiana Capotondi, and Luca Zingaretti
Synopsis
Set in 1970s Naples, bullied nine year-old Peppino is watching the world around him as his extended dysfunctional family change. Psychedelic flower power and hippie love is threatening the old traditional southern Italian family. Dad is having an affair and Mom has taken to her bed with depression. Super-mod brother and sister Titina and Salvatore take the boy under their wings, introducing him to demonstrations and love-ins, whilst caped superhero Gennaro visits Peppino even after being knocked down and killed by the number 12 bus. It is the imaginary appearances of this older superman cousin that help the nine-year-old navigate the complicated adult world.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 4, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (52 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Indigo Film
- MiC
- RAI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kryptonite! about?
Set in 1970s Naples, bullied nine year-old Peppino is watching the world around him as his extended dysfunctional family change. Psychedelic flower power and hippie love is threatening the old trad...
Who directed Kryptonite!?
Kryptonite! was directed by Ivan Cotroneo.
How long is Kryptonite!?
Kryptonite! has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was Kryptonite! released?
Kryptonite! was released on November 4, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Kryptonite!?
The main cast of Kryptonite! includes Valeria Golino, Cristiana Capotondi, Luca Zingaretti, Libero De Rienzo, Luigi Catani.