Ciao Ciao (film)
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| Directed by | Keith Albert Tedesco |
| Written by | Keith Albert Tedesco Antonella Axisa Mikhail Basmadjian Chris Dingli |
| Produced by | Keith Albert Tedesco Fabrizio Fenech |
| Starring | Antonella Axisa Chris Dingli Mikhail Basmadjian |
| Cinematography | Keith Albert Tedesco |
| Edited by | Fabrizio Fenech |
| Music by | Dominic Carmelo Darmanin |
Production companies | Lampa Stampa Films Roughcut Pictures |
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Running time | 95 minutes |
| Country | Malta |
| Languages | Maltese English |
| Budget | [1]€75,000 |
Ciao Ciao is a 2025 Maltese satirical[2][3] comedy-drama film co-written, co-produced, filmed and directed by Keith Albert Tedesco.[4] It stars Antonella Axisa, Chris Dingli and Mikhail Basmadjian accompanied by Simone Spiteri, Kevin Naudi, Ruth Borg, Ryan Debattista, Katrina Lupi and Matthew Sant Sultana.[5] It follows two couples who meet at a dinner party, but the tension between them will grow when secrets are revealed.[6]
Synopsis
Two old friends meet for a friendly dinner accompanied by their partners where secrets come to light and their friendship is put at stake.[7]
Cast
- Antonella Axisa as Charlotte
- Chris Dingli as Sam
- Mikhail Basmadjian as Victor
- Simone Spiteri as Jessica
- Kevin Naudi as Michael
- Ruth Borg as Cri
- Ryan Debattista as Leonard
- Katrina Lupi as Chloe
- Matthew Sant Sultana as Detective
Production
Principal photography began in early September 2024 and lasted 10 days in Malta.[1]
Release
The film premiered on March 19, 2025, in Eden Cinema, Saint Julian's,[8] and was then commercially released on March 28, 2025, in Maltese theaters.[9]
References
- ^ a b Gabelia, Alexander. "PRODUCTION: Maltese Director Keith Albert Tedesco in Postproduction with Ciao Ciao - FilmNewEurope.com". Film New Europe Association. Retrieved 2025-05-01.
- ^ Galea, Charlene (2025-01-29). "Watch: Ciao Ciao - Malta's Upcoming Satirical Film Unveils Trailer Ahead Of March Premiere". Lovin Malta. Retrieved 2025-05-01.
- ^ "'Ciao Ciao' – a satirical film of the aftermath of couples after a meal". TVMnews.mt. 2025-02-03. Retrieved 2025-05-01.
- ^ "Bold New Maltese Film Ciao Ciao Hits Local Cinemas This Friday". Oh My Malta (in Italian). 2025-03-26. Retrieved 2025-05-01.
- ^ Magri, Giulia (2025-01-29). "Watch: Film turns Malta's long farewells into cinematic drama". Times of Malta. Retrieved 2025-05-01.
- ^ Lafferty, Esther (2025-03-12). "'Ciao Ciao', the new film of a farewell that won't end". Times². Retrieved 2025-05-01.
- ^ "Ciao Ciao: The New Maltese Film That Turns Goodbye into an Unforgettable Ride". Vibe FM. 2025-02-14. Retrieved 2025-05-01.
- ^ "See you tonight!". Instagram. Retrieved 2025-05-01.
- ^ "Ciao Ciao – bold new Maltese film hits local cinemas". Times of Malta. 2025-03-28. Retrieved 2025-05-01.