The Healer (2024)
In the shadowed aftermath of the Second World War, Giovanni Velasques returns to his quaint hometown nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Sicily’s mountains, bearing the scars of war inside and out. Haunted by wartime traumas, Giovanni’s tumultuous spirit finds solace in the wisdom of an elderly lady who unveils his extraordinary gift: the ability to harness the spirit of a departed soul and heal the tormented. But as Giovanni’s reputation as a healer grows, he finds himself on a collision course with two formidable adversaries: the church and the mafia. Torn between his mystical calling and societal pressures, he’s pushed into a corner of isolation, forcing him to forsake his magical calling and embrace the expected life of a family man and farmer. But will that sacred soul, worshipped like a god, truly be lost to oblivion?
Cast
- Maziar Firouzi - Giovanni Velasques
- Marilù Pipitone - Angela Caruso
- Serena Barone - Mariannina
- Maurizio Bologna - Padre Pino
- Alessio Barone - Peppe Schifani
- Sergio Vespertino - Franco Faraci
- Claudio Collovà - Don Minicu
- Vincenzo Amato - Eric Marchese
- Massimo Cagnina - Zù Mimì
- Aglaia Mora - Donna Carmela
Screenplay
Trailer
The Healer TrailerFrequently Asked Questions
- What is The Healer about?
- In the shadowed aftermath of the Second World War, Giovanni Velasques returns to his quaint hometown nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Sicily’s mountains, bearing the scars of war inside and out. Haunted by wartime traumas, Giovanni’s tumultuous spirit finds solace in the wisdom of an elderly lady who unveils his extraordinary gift: the ability to harness the spirit of a departed soul and heal the tormented. But as Giovanni’s reputation as a healer grows, he finds himself on a collision course with two formidable adversaries: the church and the mafia. Torn between his mystical calling and societal pressures, he’s pushed into a corner of isolation, forcing him to forsake his magical calling and embrace the expected life of a family man and farmer. But will that sacred soul, worshipped like a god, truly be lost to oblivion?
- Who directed The Healer?
- The Healer was directed by Giuseppe Carleo.
- Who stars in The Healer?
- The Healer stars Maziar Firouzi, Marilù Pipitone, Serena Barone, Maurizio Bologna, Alessio Barone, Sergio Vespertino.
- How long is The Healer?
- The Healer has a runtime of 1h 49m (109 minutes).
- What genre is The Healer?
- The Healer is a Drama film.
- Where was The Healer produced?
- The Healer was produced in Italy.