Tano Casale is a criminal whom Bravo meets through his connection with Carla. His business interests appear to offer Bravo a possible way to turn a football-pools coupon into money. The account identifies him as part of the criminal world that Bravo enters, but does not specify what arrangement, if any, follows their meeting.
A superior officer in the Carabinieri who pressures Franco over the murder case, suggesting an involvement in the corruption that Franco uncovers.
The father of a diabetic boy whose suffering is connected to humiliation, bullying, and the pressure created by his parents' attempts to profit from his videos. He eventually recognizes that he and the boy's mother misunderstood what was happening, although he remains uncertain about how to help. His realization exposes the family wounds examined by the visitors.
Nicola is Valentino’s brother and travels from Puglia to Milan with their mother, his wife Lulù, and his daughter Mara. Their unexpected arrival at the museum reception embarrasses Valentino, while their presence helps force him to confront the family he had rejected and later contributes to the family’s reconciliation in Puglia.
Reliable family member or friend caught in romantic and logistical mishaps.
Family patriarch or relative managing the stressful Christmas dinner and unexpected complications.
Military or police lieutenant in second film.
Alessandro's father. Represents the familial dynamic that contributes to the protagonist's aimless and rebellious upbringing.
Vito is a candidate in the town’s mayoral campaign and wins the election. His victory brings political celebrations amid protests over illegal dumping, but it does little to change the difficult circumstances facing the boys. His role situates their story within the town’s public unrest and highlights the contrast between political change and their uncertain prospects.
Antonio Macchiusi becomes involved in the housing struggle after learning from activists about the long waiting list for occupied housing. He signs up for the movement and is told that families may soon be placed in an entire building, linking his actions to the wider conflict over housing and responsibility.
Antonio Gerardi has 46 screen credits in a career dating back to 2007. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Me who loves only you with 2 titles. Signature works include 1993, Election Day, 1994. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 2 universes
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