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The Protagonist

November 23, 2025 1h 35m 9.0/10 (2 votes)

Released just last year. The Protagonist is a comedy film. directed by Fabrizio Benvenuto.

Starring Pierluigi Gigante, Morena Gentile, and Alessio Lapice

Synopsis

Giancarlo Mangiapane is thirty years old and has one single dream: to become a great actor. However, the important roles aren't coming, so Giancarlo ends up acting in his everyday life. One day, his agent tells him he's about to get the opportunity of a lifetime: the lead audition for Clochard, a biopic about the life of Gustavo Noradin, a 1950s tap dance champion who fell from grace due to his addictions. When he discovers that his roommate is also preparing for the same role, a rivalry is born that begins to obsess him. Between exhausting rehearsals, a mother who keeps trying to reach him, and a fearsome casting director, Giancarlo's identification with the character becomes total, to the point of jeopardizing his true identity.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 23, 2025 1 month ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
User Rating 9.0/10 Excellent (2 votes)
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Language Italian Original language
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Country Italy Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT

Production Companies

  • Kobalt Entertainment
  • MG Production

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Protagonist about?

Giancarlo Mangiapane is thirty years old and has one single dream: to become a great actor. However, the important roles aren't coming, so Giancarlo ends up acting in his everyday life. One day, hi...

Who directed The Protagonist?

The Protagonist was directed by Fabrizio Benvenuto.

How long is The Protagonist?

The Protagonist has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was The Protagonist released?

The Protagonist was released on November 23, 2025 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Protagonist?

The main cast of The Protagonist includes Pierluigi Gigante, Morena Gentile, Alessio Lapice, Adriano Giannini, Elisabetta Ventura.