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And what a title character he has in Parthenope to do just that.

She clearly wants more but enjoys the company.

Early on we see her intellectual curiosity that sets her apart from many of the citizens.

Celeste Dalla Porta, Dario Aita and Daniele Rienzo in Parthenope movie

(L-R) Celeste Dalla Porta, Dario Aita and Daniele Rienzo in ‘Parthenope’Gianni Fiorito

There must be something in the water in Italy!

There is also a beautiful score as well by Lela Marchitelli.

Fortunately he gets to live it in the movies.

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