The Mafia Kills Only in Summer

Set in Palermo between 1969 and 1992, this film follows the life of Arturo as he grows from a curious child into an adult. While attempting to win the affection of a girl named Flora, Arturo navigates a society dominated by the influence of the Mafia. The story blends his personal romantic pursuits with the violent reality of organized crime in Sicily. As he matures, Arturo becomes a journalist and supports the efforts of law enforcement and judges working to dismantle the criminal organization.

The movie was directed by Pif, marking the first of three films he has directed, followed by At War for Love and God Forgives Everyone. Pif also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Marco Martani and Michele Astori and stars as Arturo Giammaresi. The cast includes Cristiana Capotondi as Flora, Rosario Lisma as Arturo's father, and Barbara Tabita as his mother. Younger versions of the lead characters are played by Alex Bisconti and Ginevra Antona.

The production was a collaboration between several Italian companies, including RAI Cinema and Wildside. The film has been well received by audiences, holding a rating of 7.1/10 on IMDb based on 9,300 votes and a 7.3/10 on TMDB from 1,152 votes.