Serafino — [360p] (1968)

Won the Golden Prize at the 1969 Moscow International Film Festival Plot Synopsis

Serafino finds himself caught between his cousin Lidia and a local woman named Asmara, eventually choosing a life of simple happiness over social status. Artistic Significance Serafino [360p] (1968)

Ottavia Piccolo, Saro Urzì, and Francesca Romana Coluzzi Genre: Comedy / Drama Release Date: December 19, 1968 (Italy) Won the Golden Prize at the 1969 Moscow

This film solidified Celentano's persona as the "Molleggiato" (the flexible one)—a character who hides a natural sharp wit and noble spirit under a mask of buffoonery. Unlike the greedy "respectable" members of his community,

His life takes a dramatic turn when he unexpectedly inherits a massive fortune from his wealthy aunt. Unlike the greedy "respectable" members of his community, Serafino treats the wealth with childlike joy and lack of calculation. He begins distributing money to fellow villagers and even drives an expensive car off a cliff for fun. His unconventional behavior leads to: