Castello Cavalcanti

An American race car driver who finds himself stranded in Castello Cavalcanti. His vivid temper, impatience with the car, and stubborn pride drive the crash and his subsequent mood. He longs for a connection to his roots, but his outsider status complicates his integration into the village.

A practical local who offers water and hospitality to Jed, serving as a quiet anchor in the caffe. She observes the tension between the outsider and the town, reflecting the warmth of village life. Her steady presence underscores the theme of community over drama.

A photographer chasing the Cavalcanti story, capturing the crash and the crowd around the caffe. He embodies modern media’s appetite for legends and spectacle. His presence frames Jed as both a local curiosity and a global symbol of speed.

A nun in the village who offers a sense of calm and moral grounding amidst the chaotic race day. She represents the quiet, enduring faith of the community. Her presence adds a contrast to the frenetic energy of the event.

A young priest who observes the scene with measured curiosity, embodying the town’s blend of reverence and everyday life. He provides a compassionate, guiding perspective within the crowd. His role underscores the village’s spiritual continuity amid change.

A local man who participates in the daily life of the village, offering a grounded, practical viewpoint. He represents the assimilated, welcoming core of Castello Cavalcanti. His presence highlights the close-knit nature of the community.

A resident of the village who embodies hospitality and everyday resilience. She contributes to the lively social fabric of the caffe and streets. Her interactions emphasize the warmth of village life.

A village woman who moves through the crowd with a calm, observant presence. She adds a humanizing, intimate touch to the bustling scene around the race. Her small details remind viewers of ordinary life amid spectacle.