MATRIARCH
Released just last year. MATRIARCH is a documentary film. directed by Gaetano Mattia Cosentino. At just 61 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The cult of the Madonna dell'Arco dates back to the 1400s, when a young believer, after losing a game of pallamaglio, threw a ball in anger at a portrait of the Madonna under a Roman arch. The Madonna began to bleed. The crowd wanted to punish the boy for his wicked deed. The Count of Sarno decided to have him hanged from a tree. A few hours later, the tree withered. This is the myth that has always accompanied the oldest Marian cult in Campania (Italy).
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 26, 2025
1 month ago
Runtime
1h 1m
61 minutes total
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Frequently Asked Questions
What is MATRIARCH about?
The cult of the Madonna dell'Arco dates back to the 1400s, when a young believer, after losing a game of pallamaglio, threw a ball in anger at a portrait of the Madonna under a Roman arch. The Mado...
Who directed MATRIARCH?
MATRIARCH was directed by Gaetano Mattia Cosentino.
How long is MATRIARCH?
MATRIARCH has a runtime of 1 hours and 1 minutes (61 minutes total).
When was MATRIARCH released?
MATRIARCH was released on December 26, 2025 in theaters.