The Shadow of the Godfather
For those born in Sicily, the mafia is like a shadow, something which accompanies you from birth but of which it is difficult to obtain a clear idea. This film is an intimate piece of research into that shadow, starting with the writer's own personal story and with the aim of dismantling the stereotypes that have identified the mafia with Sicilian culture in general. In the search for the origins of "Cosa Nostra", one finds the reponsibilities of a corrupt political and economic system. One also meets the many myths attached to the mafia, from the world of cinema to American emigration, and from popular belief to religious faith, all of which contribute to the creation of confusion and ambiguity.
Co-production Zenit Arti Audiovisive and Stella Productions
With the support of Mibact, Programma Sensi Contemporanei per il Cinema e l’Audiovisivo, Regione Siciliana – Assessorato Turismo Sport e Spettacolo – Ufficio Speciale per il Cinema e L’audiovisivo, Sicilia Film Commission, Regione Corsica
Written and directed by Giuseppe Schillaci
Produced by Massimo Arvat e Dominique Tiberi
DOP: Irma Vecchio
Editing: Massimiliano Minissale
Sound: Danilo Romancino
Line producer: Francesca Portalupi
Archives research: Domenico Rizzo
Sound design: Almendra Music
Music: Gianluca Cangemi
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