Lovers FF is proud to present the “cinematic” version of the comedy series created and directed by Marcello Cesena. Set in a totally fictional 1794 Paris—complete with smartphones, social media, and even Dua Lipa—the story follows Jean‑Claude (Marcello Cesena), a young gay baronet locked in eternal conflict with “Mother” (Simona Garbarino), the meanest mother ever seen on TV. And as in any courtly tale, the ever‑present air of intrigue hovers amid wigs, crinolines, and irresistible comic running gags. Originally launched in 2005 within Gialappa’s Band’s “Mai Dire…”, the show is currently a highlight of “Gialappashow” on TV8 and Sky Uno. Now a cult phenomenon, this unique format anticipated queer themes and early conversations around gender fluidity.
Biography
film director
Marcello Cesena
Best known as an actor and comedian, Marcello Cesena graduated from the Teatro Stabile di Genova’s drama school. He made his big‑screen debut in 1983 with Pupi Avati’s Una gita scolastica. His directorial debut came in 1995 with Peggio di così si muore, starring Spanish actress Rossy de Palma. Cesena first appeared on television in 1991 in the satirical show Avanzi as a member of the comedy troupe Broncoviz. In 2004, he began his long‑standing collaboration with Gialappa’s Band, creating the hit series Sensualità a corte, which he wrote, produced, and starred in.
Cast
& Credits
Montaggio/Editing Simone Belisario, Danilo Torchia, Bruno Desole
Fotografia/Photography Andrea Orlando, Riccardo Gambacciani
Suono/Sound Gabriele Pallanca, Cristiano Itri
Interpreti/Cast Marcello Cesena, Simona Garbarino, Simonetta Guarino, Fabrizio Lopresti, Mauro Pirovano, Marcella Silvestri
