stays behind, eventually becoming a doctor and striving to improve his local community.

chooses the latter, moving to Milan to become a successful, high-status financier surrounded by influencers.

Belli Ciao (2022): A Tale of Two Italys Released on January 1, 2022, in Italy, Belli Ciao is a contemporary comedy directed by Gennaro Nunziante. Starring the popular comic duo Pio D’Antini and Amedeo Grieco, the film explores the classic "North vs. South" divide through a lighthearted lens, focusing on the diverging lives of two childhood friends. Plot Summary

Twenty years later, the friends reunite when Pio returns to Puglia to receive an award. A twist of fate leads them both back to Milan, where Amedeo's "small-town" ways clash hilariously with Pio's metropolitan lifestyle and influencer girlfriend. Cast and Crew

Gennaro Nunziante, known for directing some of Italy's highest-grossing comedies. Leading Cast: Pio D'Antini as Pio. Amedeo Grieco as Amedeo.

The story follows Pio and Amedeo, two inseparable friends from a small town in Puglia. After secondary school, they face a common dilemma for Southern Italian youth: stay at home to build a future or leave for the wealthy North.

as the town Mayor, frequently breaking into Latin. Critical and Box Office Reception Belli ciao (2022) - Full cast & crew - IMDb

and Rosa Diletta Rossi in supporting roles.