Based on a true story, The Sicilian Girl is a fictional account of 17 year-old Rita (Veronica D'Agostino) who, in November 1991, courageously broke the Sicilian code of silence – the “omerta” - and denounced the local mafia. This is the first time a woman born into the mob defies the “Family” and offers testimony about the nefarious activities of the Sicilian Mafia.
Rita's first-hand account of life within the Cosa Nostra, scrupulously recorded in the diaries she had kept since she was a child provided the courts the evidence needed to put away Don Salvo Rimi (Mario Pupella) and his syndicate. Some of the trials are still ongoing.
Much of the engaging feature lies on the strong performance of Veronica D'Agostino. She depicts Rita's self determination, personal struggles, and sense of isolation, especially while in the witness protection program.
The multi nominated French Cesar actor and director Gérard Jugnot delivers a wonderful portrayal of Paolo Borsellino, the dedicated prosecutor who took Rita under his wing.
Filmed at Palazzo Adriano and at the bulletproof medieval Tribunal of Palermo, director Marco Amenta portrays the Men of Honor in a manner that is far from the American stereotypes and cliches. Rather than delving on daily mob activities, Amenta focuses on Rita's personal account and heroism, with actual footage at the end credits.
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