After the Fox

A master of disguise and the mastermind behind the operation, Aldo is willing to risk everything for his family’s future. He moves confidently between criminal schemes and public performance, leveraging a fake director persona to stage the smuggling. His charm and audacity mask a calculating mind that orchestrates complex deceptions. The plan’s success hinges on his ability to improvise when the schedule unravels.

Gina is Aldo’s sister, initially framed by rumors of trouble but revealed to be an actress in a low-budget film. She becomes entangled in the plot when her involvement with the in-film project lends legitimacy to the ruse. Her role evolves from suspect to pivotal participant in the smuggling scheme.

A vain, aging American matinée idol whose fame makes him an unlikely but perfect star for Aldo’s fake film. Powell’s ego and glamour lend credibility to The Gold of Cairo project. His presence also exposes the tension between commercial celebrity and criminal enterprise.

Okra is the criminal mastermind behind much of the operation, willing to double-cross allies to secure the loot. His opportunism and willingness to gamble with others’ lives drive the film’s most chaotic moments. He embodies the ruthlessness that competes with Aldo’s more cunning, theatrical approach.

Harry is the wary agent representing Powell and his interests, cautious of Fabrizi’s real intentions. He negotiates risks and tries to keep the production on track, acting as a bridge between Victor Mature and Aldo’s scheme. His practical perspective contrasts with the more flamboyant elements of the plan.

The renowned filmmaker appears as himself, lending an ironic meta-commentary to the plot. His presence underscores the film’s playful critique of cinema and fame. The cameo blurs lines between reality and the film’s fiction, reinforcing the meta-narrative.

The local authority figure who represents the town’s governance and its reaction to the bustling film project and smuggling scheme. His interactions hint at the community's complicity and the consequences of the plan on everyday life. He serves as a municipal backdrop to the plot’s broader satire.