Simone Baldasseroni and Caterina Ferioli lead the remarkable Italian cast of The Tearsmith.
The new film from Netflix is based on Erin Doom's novel of the same name. It depicts the story of two teenagers named Nica and Rigel who grow up together in an orphanage. While they initially hate each other, the pair eventually fall in love, leading to major ramifications for their lives.
The Tearsmith premiered on Netflix on April 4.
Every Main Cast Member of The Tearsmith
Simone Baldasseroni - Rigel Wilde
Simone Baldasseroni brings Rigel Wilde to life in The Tearsmith.
Rigel grew up in an orphanage, where he often bullied Nica during their childhood.
After they were adopted together as teenagers, though, Rigel and Nica became closer, leading to a passionate romance.
Baldasseroni is a rapper and actor known for his roles in Cinquanta km Allora, Crazy for Football, and Vivere non è un gioco da ragazzi.
- Instagram account: @biondo
- Wikipedia: Simone Baldasseroni
- IMDb page: Simone Baldasseroni
Caterina Ferioli - Nica Dover
Caterina Ferioli stars as Nica Dover, a girl who is a huge fan of fairy tales.
After losing her parents to a car accident, Nica becomes an orphan, leading to her stay at Sunny Creek Orphanage.
Nica's ultimate dream is to have a family, and she believes she can one day.
The pivotal moment of The Tearsmith's story happened during dance night when Rigel saved Nica from being raped by one of their classmates. This instance led to a blossoming romance.
The Tearsmith is Ferioli's first major acting credit. The actress is about to star in another project named Belcanto, which is now in production.
- Instagram account: @catelessy
- IMDb page: Caterina Ferioli
Sabrina Paravicini - Margaret Stoker
Sabrina Paravicini plays Margaret Stoker, the head of the Sunny Creek Orphanage.
Margaret's strict attitude toward the children staying at the orphanage is unfortunate as she always gives Nica a hard time.
She also has no sense of concern toward them except for Rigel (her favorite).
Paravicini's most recognizable role is playing Marta in I Hate Christmas. The actress also appeared in Succede and Thou Shall Not Kill.
- Instagram account: @sabrina_paravicini_official
- Wikipedia: Sabrina Paravicini
- IMDb page: Sabrina Paravicini
Alessandro Bedetti - Lionel
Lionel (played by Alessandro Bedetti) is a student at the new school where Rigel and Nica attend after being adopted by the Milligans.
Lionel is a bully and has set his sights on Nica. During dance night, he makes a move on Nica by trying to take advantage of her, but Rigel steps in to save the day.
Bedetti has credits in Headshot and Those About to Die.
- Instagram account: @alessandro.bedetti
- IMDb page: Alessandro Bedetti
Roberta Rovelli - Anna Milligan
Roberta Rovelli appears in the new Italian Netflix movie as Anna Milligan.
Anna and her husband decide to adopt Nica and Rigel after losing their only son. She gives the pair of teenagers the love and care they deserve.
Rovelli previously appeared in Zero, I Am The Abyss, and Alaska.
- IMDb page: Roberta Rovelli
Orlando Cinque - Norman Milligan
Norman Milligan is Anna's husband who agrees to adopt Nica and Rigel to start fresh after losing their son. The character is played on-screen by Orlando Cinque.
While Norman is a loving parent like Anna, he isn't vocal in expressing his true feelings when the situation gets tough.
Cinque's notable credits include Amnesia, Into the Labyrinth, and Vanina.
- Instagram account: @orlandocinque
- Wikipedia: Orlando Cinque
- IMDb page: Orlando Cinque
Eco Andriolo - Adeline
Eco Andriolo joins the cast of The Tearsmith as Adeline.
Adeline is Nica's only friend at Sunny Creek Orphanage, and she stays by her side despite Margaret's dictatorial nature.
Andriolo can be seen in The New Pope, Baby, and Romanzo Siciliano.
- Instagram account: @ecoandriolo
- IMDb page: Eco Andriolo
Nicky Passarella - Billie
Nicky Passarellla's Billie is Nica's first friend in her new school after being adopted by the Milligan couple.
The Tearsmith is Passarella's first major acting credit.
- Instagram account: @nickypassarella
- IMDb page: Nicky Passarella
Sveva Romana Candelletta - Miki
Miki (played by Sveva Romana Candelletta) is Nicky's best friend who confesses her love to her during dance night. After the surprising confession, the friends had a falling out.
Candelletta can be seen as Febe D'Avila in Fantasmagoria.
- IMDb page: Sveva Romana Candelletta
Juju Di Domenico - Asia
Juju Di Domenico plays Asia, the lover of Anna and Norman's dead son, Alan.
In the movie, Asia reminds Nica that she is not there to replace Alan in the Mulligan family. Instead, she is her own person and must accept that a fresh start is always needed.
Di Domenico previously appeared in Curon, Black Out - Vite Sospese, and Che Dio Ci Auti.
- Instagram account: @juju.di.domenico
- IMDb page: Juju Di Domenico
The Tearsmith is now streaming on Netflix.
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