Baaria

"Baarìa" is a sweeping epic directed by Giuseppe Tornatore that follows three generations of a Sicilian family in the town of Bagheria, known locally as Baarìa. Spanning from the 1930s to the 1980s, the film explores the loves, dreams, and challenges of this tight-knit community through the eyes of characters like Peppino (played by Francesco Scianna) and Mannina (played by Margareth Madè). It artfully portrays the socio-political changes in Sicily alongside intimate family stories.

Trivia and Behind-the-Scenes Facts:
1. The film's title, "Baarìa," is the Sicilian dialect name for Bagheria, the director's hometown, and he returned there to shoot the movie, lending authenticity to the setting.
2. Giuseppe Tornatore cast many local residents as extras, enriching the film with genuine cultural texture and local color.
3. The movie's production design meticulously recreates several decades of Sicilian life, with Tornatore personally overseeing the wardrobe and set details to ensure historical accuracy.

Main Cast of Baaria

Crew of Baaria