The Dons
As of April 28, 2026, The Dons is a feature film that is in post-production. The production company attached is First Option Pictures. Attached are director Frank Lotito; producers Paul Currie, Domenic Benvenuto and 1 other; and production manager TBD. Cast includes Franco Nero and Kate Connick. It was scheduled to start shooting in Melbourne, Australia in July 2025. Production List last updated this listing on April 28, 2026.
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Project Summary
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.
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Cast & Crew
Directing
| Director | Frank Lotito |
Writing
| Writer | Frank Lotito |
Production
| Producer | Paul Currie |
| Producer | Domenic Benvenuto |
| Producer | Mark Morrissey |
Camera & Lighting
| Cinematographer | TBD |
Production Management
| Production Manager | TBD |
Costume, Hair & Makeup
| Costume Designer | TBD |
Stunts
| Production Coordinator | TBD |
Art Department
| Set Decorator | TBD |
Cast
| Cast | Franco Nero |
| Cast | Kate Connick |
Contact details for each person listed are on file and available to members.
Working on The Dons
The Dons has finished principal photography. How productions hire crew · Working as an extra · Reaching the production office
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Source: Production List, published by the Film & Television Industry Alliance. Cite this page as https://www.productionlist.com/production/the-dons (last updated Apr 28, 2026).