Born in the Bay of Naples in 1950, Parthenope (Celeste Dalla Porta) searches for happiness over the long summers of her youth, falling in love with her home city and its many memorable characters. But when tragedy strikes, and carefree romances lose their thrill, she decides to seek a deeper sense of purpose.
Featuring a captivating performance from Dalla Porta and an outstanding cast that includes Oscar-winner Gary Oldman, Parthenope is another tale of great beauty from a master of modern cinema.