Viola, Franca

Sicily, 1965. When 17 year old Franca is pressured into marrying her own rapist to avoid becoming a pariah amongst the traditionalist community, she finds the strength to rebel, setting a precedent that will change history forever and pave the way for the fight for women's rights. Based on a true story.

Direction
Marta Savina

Year, length, genre
2016 – 16 – fiction

Production
Mira Film

Festival distribution
Mira Film

Cast
Claudia Gusmano, Filippo Calderone, Ninni Bruschetta

Festival awards
– Nastri d’Argento 2017 (IT): Nomination Best short
– David di Donatello 2017 (IT): Nomination Best short
– UCLA Spotlight showcase Los Angeles: Best short, Best editing, Special mention of the Jury

Sales rights
Europe – Tv – VoD – Web – Theatrical