Ku Fu? Dalla Sicilia con furore

A brash Sicilian who imitates Bruce Lee, Franco travels to Rome to chase a dream of martial-arts glory and a police post. He is enthusiastic and stubborn, often misjudging his own skill but learning through messy, comic misadventures. His perseverance and improvised tricks show growth beyond sheer bravado, while his romance with Unci provides emotional stakes.

Kekkor Nuto’s daughter and Franco’s love interest, she is clever and supportive, helping Franco navigate the chaos of rivals and schemes. Her presence anchors the romance and offers practical guidance during the final fight. She embodies warmth and resilience amid a world of slapstick martial-arts mayhem.

Franco’s patient mentor who runs a Rome gym and teaches him discipline and unusual moves. He remains hopeful even as Lho-Kon-Tè’s threats loom, emphasizing steady training over flashy stunts. His guidance frames the film’s core message: perseverance through effort yields growth.

The calculating rival master who seeks victory at any cost. He orchestrates the attack on Kon-Chi-Lai’s camp by dispatching skilled killers, using bribery and manipulation to try to tilt the tournament in his favor. His schemes push Franco to refine his abilities and think strategically.

One of the Milan-based killers sent to Rome, known for swift, brutal assaults. He represents the merciless side of the competition and serves as a physical obstacle for Franco and his allies. His encounters help illuminate Franco’s evolving approach to combat.

Another member of the Milan trio, sharing the same ruthless brief as Ki Kaka Mai. Tutti Li Tui contributes to the sense of constant threat around Franco’s training and the tournament’s outcome. His presence heightens the comedy by contrasting slick aggression with Franco’s improvised tricks.

The third Milan-based assassin in Lho-Kon-Tè’s cadre, completing the trio that chases Franco through the Rome-set adventures. His feats push Franco to adapt quickly, blending brute force with clever tactics. His defeat signals Franco’s growth and the shifting balance of power in the competition.

The innkeeper who hosts Franco in Rome; a colorful local figure who observes the chaos of the martial arts world from his inn. He anchors the story’s everyday setting amid the larger spectacle of tournaments and scheming rivals. His establishment becomes a crossroads for allies and antagonists alike.