Ballata Femmenella

Seven femmenelle take centre stage alongside Naples itself, offering a glimpse into one of Europe’s oldest trans communities. They speak of their families, of exclusion and violence, but also of strength, resilience and affection. Instead of talking heads, an opulent portrait linking centuries-old stories with today’s struggles.

Directed by Elettra Raffaela Melucci, Giovanni Battista Origo · Italy 2026 · 95 min · Italian with English subtitles · Austrian premiere.