We Still Kill the Old Way

Brilliant, principled professor who seeks the truth behind Manno's murder. He suspects the public guilt is misdirected and carefully links clues. He harbors a secret love for Luisa Roscio, which colors his judgment and invites danger as he pushes the investigation forward. His idealism clashes with the town's corruption, foreshadowing the peril he faces.

Widow of Manno’s murdered companion, wary, and intelligent. She cooperates with Laurana's inquiry while navigating the town's dangerous politics. She suspects her cousin Rosello's involvement but remains torn between loyalty and truth. Her choices drive the narrative toward the town's moral reckoning.

A known womanizer whose behavior provokes resentment in the town. His murder becomes the catalyst for the investigation and exposes the fragility of social façades. His role is primarily as the spark that reveals corruption rather than a deeply developed figure.

Charismatic lawyer and local power broker, initially treated with suspicion but essential to unraveling the town's network. He may be involved in cover-ups and uses his position to influence proceedings. His actions embody how legal authority can be manipulated to protect the guilty.

Respected professor whose cautious demeanor mirrors the town's intellectual elite. He shares Laurana's passion for truth but remains wary of how far to push suspects. His role hints at the danger that frank inquiry can invite in a close-knit community.

Underage servant whose relationship with Manno becomes a focal point of the case. Her position makes her a potential pawn in town power plays, and her fate reflects the vulnerability of vulnerable individuals in a hostile environment.

Medical doctor in the town; his family ties and potential motive are hinted in the investigation. He embodies how personal relationships intersect with public crime in a tight-knit community.