The Art of Getting Along

The nephew and unpaid assistant to the mayor of Catania, Sasà adapts to whoever can help him advance. He is charming and opportunistic, shaping events and allies to climb the social ladder. His lack of scruple leads him from local graft to national political scheming and finally to a self-made party for 'victims of capitalism'.

A beauty-queen hopeful who longs for a film career, she becomes a focal point of Sasà’s schemes and his romantic interest. Her ascent is entwined with the film-world backdrop of the plot, reflecting the era’s appetite for celebrity and power. She embodies desire and ocular ambitions that propel the narrative.

A wealthy aristocrat who initially backs Sasà’s schemes for finance and momentum. He is drawn into manipulation as his capital is moved and eventually seeks to pull out, becoming an instrument in the political-financial chessboard. His position makes him a prize in Sasà’s broader schemes.

Honorable deputy and socialist politician, husband to Paola Toscano. He becomes a victim of Sasà’s romantic entanglement and the political intrigue surrounding him. His presence anchors the film’s critique of integrity tested by personal manipulation.

Wife of On.le Toscano, she is drawn into Sasà’s orbit and represents the vulnerable social circles that elites maneuver through. Her interactions with Sasà highlight the intersections of romance, power, and opportunism in the era.

A wealthy landowner who tailors his capital to Sasà’s schemes, illustrating how aristocratic wealth can finance political theater. He becomes a crucial player in the film’s money-driven plot twists and backroom deals.

A social circle figure associated with the film’s glamorous backdrop; she embodies the era’s fashionable crowd and the social incentives that drive character choices. Her presence underscores how appearance and status influence decisions.