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Pizzicata (2000): Cast

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Pizzicata is a 2000 drama directed by Edoardo Winspeare, starring Cosimo Cinieri as Carmine Pantaleo, Chiara Torelli and Paolo Massafra. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes.

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Pizzicata (2000) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Genre
Drama
Original language
Italian
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Pizzicata About?

The premise of Pizzicata without spoilers.

Set in 1943, an Italian‑American fighter pilot seeks refuge on a secluded olive farm in Salento, Italy, where he is concealed for his own safety. While hidden, he falls for the farmer’s daughter and gradually embraces the local way of life, discovering its heritage through the traditional pizzicata dance.

Pizzicata Themes & Keywords

· 18 tags
  • low budget film
  • possession
  • tarantula
  • pizzica music
  • boyfriend girlfriend relationship
  • dancing
  • dancer
  • love triangle
  • fake cousin
  • u.s. airman
  • shooting down an airplane
  • father daughter relationship
+6 more
  • widower
  • family relationships
  • peasant
  • year 1943
  • salentino peninsula italy
  • rural setting
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Cast & crew

Pizzicata Cast & Characters

Cosimo Cinieri leads the cast as Carmine Pantaleo, with Chiara Torelli as Cosima Pantaleo and Paolo Massafra as Pasquale. Directed by Edoardo Winspeare; 4 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Edoardo Winspeare

More films directed by Edoardo Winspeare: The Ark of Disperata, Quiet Bliss, Galantuomini and The Miracle.

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Pizzicata Also Known As

Also known as “Tarantela”.

Also known as
  • Tarantela

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FAQ

Pizzicata FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Pizzicata, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Pizzicata?

Pizzicata runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was Pizzicata released?

Pizzicata was released on August 11, 2000.

Who directed Pizzicata?

Pizzicata was directed by Edoardo Winspeare.

More films by Edoardo Winspeare

Who is in the cast of Pizzicata?

Pizzicata stars Cosimo Cinieri as Carmine Pantaleo, Chiara Torelli as Cosima Pantaleo and Paolo Massafra as Pasquale, among 4 credited actors.

Does Pizzicata have a post-credit scene?

No. Pizzicata has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Pizzicata in?

The original language of Pizzicata is Italian.

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