Sweetheart

A young boy named Nico travels to Sicily to spend a summer with his elderly aunt, Gela. Initially reluctant to leave his modern lifestyle for a home without internet or air conditioning, Nico struggles to adapt to the traditional environment and the local children. As the two stubborn relatives begin to find common ground and heal shared emotional wounds, Nico discovers that the house may contain secrets and spirits from the past. The story follows their evolving relationship through a season of discovery and first love.

This Italian drama was written and directed by Margherita Spampinato. The film features Marco Fiore as Nico and Aurora Quattrocchi as Gela, with supporting roles played by Martina Ziami, Camille Dugay Comencini, Concetta Ingrassia, and Renata Sajeva. Produced by Fandango, Yagi Media, and Arcopinto, the movie has a runtime of 90 minutes. Since its release on December 11, 2025, the film has received a rating of 6.6/10 on TMDB based on 83 votes.