The little feast
U Festinello
Synopsis
Among the narrow alleys of Via Panneria and Piazza Monte di Pietà, in the ancient heart of Palermo, the echo of a miracle still resonates. Here in 1624 lived Vincenzo Bonelli: grief-stricken by the plague, he climbed Mount Pellegrino to end his life. Saint Rosalia appeared to him, entrusting her relics to save the city. Where her first votive shrine stood, a timeless devotion endures. For over a century, alongside Palermo's official Festino, this neighborhood has celebrated its intimate 'Festinello'—a visceral experience blending pure devotion with the warmth of 'schiticchielli' (traditional street banquets). Today, only about twenty people keep this tradition alive. This documentary tells the story of their poetic resistance as guardians of an invaluable cultural heritage. It is a vibrant hymn to life, memory, and community: 'Viva Palermo and Santa Rosalia!'
Top Cast
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- Director
- Duilio Scalici
- Screenplay & Story
- Aurora Fiorenza, Duilio Scalici
- Original Title
- U Festinello
- Release Date
- 25/09/2026
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- Film dal sottosuolo
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Duilio Scalici
Aurora Fiorenza, Duilio Scalici
Duilio Scalici
Duilio Scalici
Department Leadership Roster
Duilio Scalici
Director
Aurora Fiorenza
Writer
Duilio Scalici
Writer
Duilio Scalici
Editor
Duilio Scalici
Director of Photography
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What is The little feast about?
Among the narrow alleys of Via Panneria and Piazza Monte di Pietà, in the ancient heart of Palermo, the echo of a miracle still resonates. Here in 1624 lived Vincenzo Bonelli: grief-stricken by the plague, he climbed Mount Pellegrino to end his life. Saint Rosalia appeared to him, entrusting her relics to save the city. Where her first votive shrine stood, a timeless devotion endures. For over a century, alongside Palermo's official Festino, this neighborhood has celebrated its intimate 'Festinello'—a visceral experience blending pure devotion with the warmth of 'schiticchielli' (traditional street banquets). Today, only about twenty people keep this tradition alive. This documentary tells the story of their poetic resistance as guardians of an invaluable cultural heritage. It is a vibrant hymn to life, memory, and community: 'Viva Palermo and Santa Rosalia!'
Who directed The little feast?
The little feast was directed by Duilio Scalici.
Who stars in The little feast?
The principal cast of The little feast includes Gioacchino Tramuto, Nino Micale, Giacomo Lo Giudice.
When was The little feast released and how long is it?
The little feast was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 18m.