Character Relationship Map: Roma

Characters

• Fellini, Age 18 (played by Peter Gonzales Falcon) — protagonist

  The autobiographical protagonist and central observer of Rome's eclectic social landscape, navigating between the Fascist era of the 1930s and the contemporary 1970s.

• Dolores - Young Prostitute (played by Fiona Florence) — protagonist

  A prostitute working in a stylish, luxurious brothel who becomes the object of young Fellini's romantic affection.

• Princess Domitilla (played by Pia De Doses) — supporting

  An eccentric elderly noblewoman who hosts a bizarre liturgical fashion show featuring priests and nuns in elaborate, unconventional costumes.

• Underground Guide (played by Marne Maitland) — supporting

  The custodian of Rome's ancient catacombs who leads visitors through tunnels where frescoes rapidly deteriorate upon exposure to fresh air.

• Cardinal Ottaviani (played by Renato Giovannoli) — supporting

  A high-ranking Catholic prelate and guest of honor at Princess Domitilla's unconventional religious costume exhibition.

• (uncredited) (played by Cassandra Peterson) — minor
• Actor Playing Julius Cesar (uncredited) (played by Feodor Chaliapin Jr.) — minor
• Self - Interviewé (uncredited) (played by Alberto Sordi) — minor
• Man at Restaurant (uncredited) (played by Franco Citti) — minor
• Pharmacist's wife / Cinema spectator (played by Elisa Mainardi) — supporting

  A minor background figure representing the everyday populace of Rome, appearing in casual social or cinematic settings.

• Alvaro - Tap Dancer at Jovinelli Theatre (uncredited) (played by Alvaro Vitali) — minor
• The Hippie (uncredited) (played by Dennis Christopher) — minor
• Motorbike Rider (uncredited) (played by Eleonora Giorgi) — minor
• Gore Vidal (uncredited) (played by Gore Vidal) — minor
• Self (uncredited) (played by Federico Fellini) — minor
• Reporter Interviewing Fellini (played by Norma Giacchero) — supporting

  A journalist conducting an interview with the protagonist, reinforcing the film's self-reflective, documentary-like framing.

• Fellini as a Child (played by Stefano Mayore) — supporting

  The younger incarnation of the protagonist, serving as a visual device for early childhood memories of Rome.

• Music Hall Compere (played by Galliano Sbarra) — supporting

  The master of ceremonies at a cheap vaudeville theatre, presiding over chaotic performances including audience protests.

• Anna Magnani (played by Anna Magnani) — supporting

  A celebrated Italian actress making a poignant, meta-cinematic cameo at the film's conclusion, captured in a melancholic street scene.

• Flute Hippie (uncredited) (played by Luca Prodan) — cameo

Story Analysis

A nostalgic and surreal exploration of Federico Fellini's youth in Rome, blending personal memory with historical and cultural vignettes.

Plot Progression

1. Arrival and Settling In
2. Brothels and Theatre
3. Historical Layers and Fashion
4. Street Encounters and Conclusion