A story told through the eys of Arturo who grows up in Palermo, a fascinating yet terrifying city ruled by the mafia. It is, in fact, a love story about Arturo's attempts to win the heart of his beloved Flora,who he considers a princess and with whom he has fallen head over heels in love since elementary school.
As this tender and amusing story unfolds, Sicily's most tragic events from the 70s to the 90s take place.

•Best New Director (Pierfrancesco Diliberto), David of the Youth (Pierfrancesco Diliberto): David di Donatello; Best New Director (Pierfrancesco Diliberto), Best Original Story: Nastri d'Argento; Best Screenplay: Golden Globes, Italy

•Nominated Best Film, Best Screenplay, Best Producer, Best Song, Best Costume Design, Best Make-Up, Best Visual Effects: David di Donatello; Best Supporting Actress (Cristiana Capotondi), Best Producer, Best Editing, Best Casting Director: Nastri d'Argento; Best Film, Best Comedy, Best First Feature (Pierfrancesco Diliberto): Golden Globes, Italy