In The Hand of Dante (2025)

A handwritten manuscript of Dante Alighieri's poem "The Divine Comedy" makes its way from a priest to a mob boss in New York City, where it is taken by author Nick Tosches after he's asked to verify its authenticity.

Where to watch: Santa Barbara International Film Festival 2026. US Premiere. World premiere at the Venice Film Festival.

Official Selection 2026 Santa Barbara International Film Festival.

Premiere Date: Sep 3, 2025
Running Time: 153 Minutes

Cast

Sabrina Impacciatore

Benjamin Clementine

Paolo Bonacelli

Lorenzo Zurzolo

Martin Scorsese

Mohamed Zouaoui

Crew

Julian Schnabel - Director, Screenplay By

Louise Kugelberg - Screenplay By

Nick Tosches - based upon the novel by

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2026 Santa Barbara International Film Festival
The Festival opens on Wednesday, February 4. We count 100 feature films and 93 shorts!

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