Pier Paolo Pasolini (played by Willem Dafoe) is a protagonist in Pasolini.
The 53-year-old protagonist, a controversial Italian filmmaker, poet, and intellectual navigating 1970s Rome. Known for shockingly raw works like Salò, he faces mounting public and political backlash while pursuing an ambitious new film project. Ninetto Davoli (played by Riccardo Scamarcio) appears in Pasolini.
A renowned Italian actor playing the role of Ninetto Davoli within the film's narrative. Maintains a special, multifaceted relationship with Pasolini that blends artistic mentorship, collaboration, and personal intimacy. Politician (played by Salvatore Ruocco) appears in Pasolini.
Pino Pelosi (played by Damiano Tamilia) appears in Pasolini.
A young man from the Roman suburbs who enters a romantic relationship with Pasolini. His sudden anger and violent behavior trigger the fatal confrontation that leads to the director's murder.
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Characters
Pier Paolo Pasolini
(played by Willem Dafoe) — protagonist
The 53-year-old protagonist, a controversial Italian filmmaker, poet, and intellectual navigating 1970s Rome. Known for shockingly raw works like Salò, he faces mounting public and political backlash...
Ninetto Davoli
(played by Riccardo Scamarcio) — supporting
A renowned Italian actor playing the role of Ninetto Davoli within the film's narrative. Maintains a special, multifaceted relationship with Pasolini that blends artistic mentorship, collaboration, an...
Politician
(played by Salvatore Ruocco) — supporting
Pino Pelosi
(played by Damiano Tamilia) — supporting
A young man from the Roman suburbs who enters a romantic relationship with Pasolini. His sudden anger and violent behavior trigger the fatal confrontation that leads to the director's murder.
Key Relationships
Pino Pelosi → Politician
(Unknown Social Contrast)
Pier Paolo Pasolini → Politician
(Conflict Political Opponent)
Pier Paolo Pasolini → Pino Pelosi
(Romantic Partner)
Pier Paolo Pasolini → Ninetto Davoli
(Professional Director & Lead Actor)
Story Analysis
A biographical drama tracing the final days of controversial filmmaker Pier Paolo Pasolini as he navigates artistic ambition, personal relationships, and fatal political tensions.
