Character Relationship Map: Glue

Characters

• Domenico (played by Giuseppe Orsillo) — protagonist

  The central protagonist whose adolescence concludes during a transformative summer on Procida. He navigates a complex relationship with Marcello, seeks shelter at his best friend Antonio's house, and...

• Antonio (played by Lucio Esposito Di Costanzo) — protagonist

  Domenico's best friend who provides the primary setting for the narrative. His house serves as the secluded location where Domenico spends time with his younger brother, Lallo, indirectly facilitating...

• Lallo (played by Domenico Nappa) — supporting

  Antonio's thirteen-year-old brother. He shares a close, exploratory bond with Domenico during a summer journey that bridges adolescence and maturity, playing a central role in uncovering the boys' eme...

• Sara (played by Sara Carbone) — supporting

  A transsexual woman encountered by Domenico and Lallo. Her presence acts as a catalyst, helping to surface and clarify the young boys' internal desires and emotional conflicts during their development...

• Madre di Marcello (played by Luisa Izzo) — minor

Key Relationships

• Lallo → Sara (Social Catalyst For Self-Discovery)
• Domenico → Sara (Social Catalyst For Self-Discovery)
• Domenico → Lallo (Romantic Emerging Romance)
• Antonio → Lallo (Family Brother)
• Domenico → Antonio (Social Best Friend)
• Domenico → Madre di Marcello (Conflict Tormented Bond)

Story Analysis

A coming-of-age journey on Procida where two boys navigate desire and maturity through exploration and a pivotal encounter.

Plot Progression

1. Shadows of Summer
2. Island Exploration
3. Awakening Encounters
4. Concluding Adolescence