Cassino in Ischia

Nic Cassino is a former action movie star whose fame has faded as a new generation of actors has taken over. In an effort to revive his professional standing, he travels to Italy and forms a partnership with an eccentric, struggling filmmaker. Together, they attempt to create an innovative action movie. However, the production becomes a chaotic experience filled with cultural clashes and personal setbacks, turning the intended comeback into a journey of self-discovery and unexpected revelations.

The action-comedy was directed by Frank Ciota and written by Joseph A. Ciota. The film features Dominic Purcell in the lead role as Nic Cassino, alongside Ugo Dighero as Fabrizio Favuzzo and Miriam Candurro as Titina Monti. Other cast members include Marcello Romolo, Carlotta Natoli, and Lucianna De Falco. The project was produced by Barbara De Fina and involved a collaboration between production companies from Italy and the United States, including Paramount and Cattleya.

Released in 2024 with a runtime of 113 minutes, the film received a mixed response from viewers. It holds a rating of 4.3/10 on IMDb based on 315 votes and a slightly higher score of 5.1/10 on TMDB from 17 votes.