The Big Fake

Set in Rome during the 1970s, this crime drama follows Toni Chichiarelli, an aspiring painter who arrives in the city with dreams of artistic success. However, his skill for painting leads him into a world of crime and power, where he becomes a prolific forger for criminal organizations. His activities eventually extend beyond art galleries to involve state secrets and the broader history of Italy.

The film was directed by Stefano Lodovichi and written by Sandro Petraglia. It stars Pietro Castellitto in the lead role as Toni, alongside Giulia Michelini, Andrea Arcangeli, Pierluigi Gigante, Aurora Giovinazzo, and Edoardo Pesce. Produced by Cattleya, the movie has a runtime of 110 minutes. Based on user feedback on TMDB, the film holds a rating of 6.6/10 from 245 votes.