A Heartfelt Tale of Heritage and Family in The Dons

The Dons
About a young Italian Australian boy and his larger-than-life grandfather. The film delves into themes of heritage, family, and the struggles of balancing old traditions with modern Australian life.
Feature Film
Summer 2025

Production Details:
Type: Feature Film
Content: FIRST OPTION PICTURES 232 St.Kilda Road, St.Kilda, Melbourne, Victoria 3182 Australia mark@firstoptionpictures.com
PHONE: +61 03 626 0088
STATUS: Summer 2025
LOCATION: Melbourne, Australia
PRODUCER: Paul Currie – Domenic Benvenuto – Mark Morrissey
WRITER/DIRECTOR: Frank Lotito
CAST: Franco Nero – Kate Connick


The Dons: A Heartfelt Exploration of Heritage and Family

Embark on a captivating journey with “The Dons,” a feature film that delves into the poignant story of a young Italian Australian boy and his larger-than-life grandfather. The film follows Paul as he grapples with his Italian heritage and the clash between old traditions and modern Australian life. When faced with his father’s passing and his grandfather’s dementia, Paul must navigate themes of heritage, family, and the challenges of reconciling the past with the present.

Directed by Frank Lotito and featuring a stellar cast including Franco Nero and Kate Connick, “The Dons” offers a compelling narrative that explores the complexities of familial relationships and the struggle to find one’s path amidst generational differences. Set against the backdrop of Melbourne, Australia, the film weaves a captivating tale of love, loss, and the enduring bond between a boy and his grandfather.




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