In the gritty underworld of 1980s Miami, renegade Chicago hitman Valentine (Ciro Dapagio) devises a bold scheme to defraud the Chicago mafia. Posing as an amiable insurance salesman, Valentine leaves a trail of bodies and frames the South Florida Italian crime family. The deadly game of survival pits Valentine against formidable foes like Chicago heavyweight Franky Cuts (James Russo) and Gianetti Capo Fat Dave (Garry Pastore) in a high-stakes showdown where trust is scarce and danger is omnipresent.
Written by J. Bishop, Jokes Yanes and Ciro Dapagio, Dapagio leads the cast as Valentine, joined by an impressive lineup of costars:
James Russo as Frankie Cutts (Donnie Brasco, Django Unchained, Public Enemy)
Garry Pastore as Fat Dave Gianetti (The Deuce, The Irishman)
Nick Vallelonga as Arturo Joseph Donofrio as Dave Jr (Bronx Tale, Goodfellas, Spider-Man)
Antoni Corone as Koufax (We Own the Night, Bad Boys)
Directed by Jorge “Yokes” Yanes, pre-screenings of ‘Silent Partners’ are already receiving rave reviews. Film Haus praised Dapagio’s performance, stating, “Dapagio’s performance is reminiscent of a young Marlon Brando, displaying an extraordinary range of emotion and depth.” They further highlighted the film’s meticulous attention to detail and narrative depth, noting that ‘Silent Partners’ “assures to be a groundbreaking addition to the genre.
The premiere will be hosted by comedian and actor The Boston Guido, with a comedic set by cast member Mike Marino of Make America Italian Again fame. Pop star and cast member Lika Osipova and Blake G will perform, adding to the excitement. The event will be held at the Wick Theater and Museum in Boca Raton, FL, on Aug 23rd, featuring an 80’s themed gangster party with celebrity DJ Dominick on the decks. Guests will enjoy dinner, two full bars, and red carpet activities with numerous celebrities in attendance.
Following ‘Silent Partners’, Ciro Dapagio will be filming a prison comedy, ‘Suit Casing’, directed by Jokes Yanes, and two back-to-back action films. Other upcoming projects include ‘The Ministry’ directed by Juan Bofill, and ‘A Good Run’, written by A-list writer Daniel Knauf (HBO’s Carnivàle, NBC’s Dracula, The Blacklist) and directed by Danny A. Abeckaser (Mob Town, Inside Man, Mob Cops, The Engineer).
Film Haus has lauded Dapagio’s performance in “Silent Partners,” highlighting both his exceptional acting and the film’s gripping storyline. The review emphasizes that Dapagio brings depth and intensity to his role, which significantly enhances the film’s appeal. The narrative of “Silent Partners” is described as both captivating and original, blending classic elements of the mob genre with fresh, innovative twists. According to Film Haus, these qualities position “Silent Partners” as a standout entry in the genre, with the potential to set new standards and capture the attention of both critics and audiences.
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Published by: Martin De Juan
