The Frustration of Perfection: Monica Bellucci's Haunting Portrayal in Ketticè The 79th Locarno Film Festival has given audiences a glimpse into the sophomore feature of Giovanni Tortorici, Ketticè.
This coming of age drama is set against the backdrop of Palermo, Sicily, in 2012, an era marked by Silvio Berlusconi's populist politics and the lingering shadow of fascism.
The film's title refers to Ketty's nickname in the Sicilian dialect, but it also hints at the oppressive nature of societal expectations that pervades the story.