U.S. Palmese
Synopsis
In Palmi, a small town in Calabria, Don Vincenzo, a genial retired farmer, has a crazy idea to revive the local soccer team by organizing a bizarre fundraiser hiring the Italian major league Serie A, soccer player Etienne Morville, a bad-tempered guy but among the strongest in the world. Albeit unwillingly, Morville leaves Milan to move to Palmi and try to save his image. In the small town he will come up against a reality of sincerity, which will lead everyone on an unforgettable experience.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Offiical TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-05-15
Top Cast
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Rocco Papaleo
Don Vincenzo
Blaise Afonso
Étienne Morville
Giulia Maenza
Concetta
Claudia Gerini
Adele Ferraro
Lisa Do Couto Texeira
Sandrine
Max Mazzotta
Mimì Bagalà
Gianfelice Imparato
Professor Macrì
Massimiliano Bruno
Rocco Zampogna
Massimo De Lorenzo
Avvocato Tripodi
Guglielmo Favilla
Peppi 'Mpiccia
Vincenzo Scuruchi
Giovanni Pugliese
Guillaume de Tonquédec
Gilbert Desagnat
Aurora Calabresi
Adriana
Giuseppe Futia
Melo Fiorino
Massimo Galante
Presidente della Palmese
Antonio di Turi
Nicola Malagó
Leonardo Ferrari
Indovino
Salvatore Costa
Peppe Reddocili
Release History & Theatrical Window
Festa del Cinema di Roma
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marco Manetti, Antonio Manetti
- Screenplay & Story
- Emiliano Rubbi, Marco Manetti, Antonio Manetti, Luna Gualano
- Original Score
- Aldo De Scalzi, Pivio
- Original Title
- U.S. Palmese
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- French, Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Production Studios
- Mompracem, Calabria Film Commission, RAI Cinema
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marco Manetti, Antonio Manetti
Emiliano Rubbi, Marco Manetti, Antonio Manetti, Luna Gualano, Michelangelo La Neve
Aldo De Scalzi, Pivio
Angelo Sorrentino
Federico Maria Maneschi
Marco Manetti, Pier Giorgio Bellocchio, Carlo Macchitella, Antonio Manetti
Department Leadership Roster
Emiliano Rubbi
Screenplay
Marco Manetti
Screenplay
Antonio Manetti
Screenplay
Aldo De Scalzi
Original Music Composer
Luna Gualano
Screenplay
Pivio
Original Music Composer
Federico Maria Maneschi
Editor
Marco Manetti
Director
Antonio Manetti
Director
Marco Manetti
Producer
Pier Giorgio Bellocchio
Producer
Ginevra De Carolis
Costume Design
Carlo Macchitella
Producer
Angelo Sorrentino
Director of Photography
Antonio Manetti
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About U.S. Palmese
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What is U.S. Palmese about?
In Palmi, a small town in Calabria, Don Vincenzo, a genial retired farmer, has a crazy idea to revive the local soccer team by organizing a bizarre fundraiser hiring the Italian major league Serie A, soccer player Etienne Morville, a bad-tempered guy but among the strongest in the world. Albeit unwillingly, Morville leaves Milan to move to Palmi and try to save his image. In the small town he will come up against a reality of sincerity, which will lead everyone on an unforgettable experience.
Who directed U.S. Palmese?
U.S. Palmese was directed by Marco Manetti, Antonio Manetti.
Who stars in U.S. Palmese?
The principal cast of U.S. Palmese includes Rocco Papaleo, Blaise Afonso, Giulia Maenza, Claudia Gerini, Lisa Do Couto Texeira.
When was U.S. Palmese released and how long is it?
U.S. Palmese was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 2h 2m.
Who composed the musical score for U.S. Palmese?
The original motion picture soundtrack for U.S. Palmese was composed by Aldo De Scalzi, Pivio.