NAPLES, September 30, 2025 – Giovanni Esposito's "Nero" opens the new session of the " Al Cinema per Crescere" (Cinema for Growing) film festival, promoted by the Campania Region's Department of Education and Youth Policies and organized by the Campania Region Film Commission. The inaugural screening is scheduled for tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. at The Space cinema in Naples and will be open to hundreds of secondary school students from the region.
Welcoming the students will be director and actor Giovanni Esposito and co-star Susy Del Giudice , flanked by Councilor Lucia Fortini and Film Commission leaders Titta Fiore and Maurizio Gemma . This event confirms the institution's commitment to bringing quality cinema to young people, with over 3.000 students already booked for screenings scheduled for October.
The film, presented at the 42nd Turin Film Festival and released in theaters last May ( its national premiere was at Maximall Pompeii, review here ), stands out for its ability to realistically and courageously portray the social emergencies of our suburbs. A narrative that goes beyond narrative to stimulate reflection and critical thinking, as envisioned in the project, which includes discussions with experts in image education after each screening.
A film that deserves attention
"Nero" represents an important directorial debut for Giovanni Esposito, a film that combines artistic sensibility with social commentary. It's a work that deserves great attention because it tells a unique and distinctive story, capable of striking a deep chord and offering authentic and necessary food for thought.
Clarity on distribution: no Prime Video, Netflix, or RaiPlay
In the last few hours, several agencies and websites have reported that the film would be available on streaming platforms, particularly Prime Video and, according to some sources, also on Netflix and even RaiPlay.
We wanted to verify the news directly and, contacting the director Giovanni Esposito and the actress Susy Del Giudice, both of them categorically denied this information.
The film is currently unavailable on Prime Video, Netflix, or even RaiPlay, contrary to what some media outlets and news agencies have erroneously reported. It will likely be available on some streaming platforms in the future, but not yet.
This is a crucial clarification that helps provide the public with accurate information and avoid confusion. While we wait to find out the next official distribution channels, the fact remains that " Nero " has already won over audiences and critics, establishing itself as a work that should be seen and appreciated for its courage and uniqueness.
I read the article and it seems interesting. I like the fact that the film addresses social emergencies, but I wonder if students will understand the message. It's important to have a good discussion after the screening.