The red carpet is buzzing with flashing cameras, interviews, and celebrities moving in every direction. Manny HP and Damiano David find themselves off to the side, drinks in hand, taking a break from the chaos. “Che serata, eh?” Manny says, adjusting his jacket. “I swear, these events never get less overwhelming.” Damiano smirks. “Eh, fa parte del gioco, no?” (It’s part of the game, right?) He glances around at the flashing lights. “Though sometimes I feel like I should be acting more excited. Tipo, dovrei fare più sorrisi, più foto…” (Like, I should be smiling more, taking more pictures…) Manny chuckles. “Same. But honestly, half the time I’m just trying to remember people’s names. Someone comes up like, ‘Hey, man! Come stai?’ and I’m just there like… ‘Ehi! Quanto tempo!’” (Hey! Long time no see!) Damiano laughs. “Sì, sì! E poi speri che loro dicano qualcosa che ti aiuti a ricordare chi sono.” (Yeah, yeah! And then you just hope they say something to help you remember who they are.) Manny nods, taking a sip of his drink. “By the way, you actually know what this movie is about? Perché io ho visto il trailer tipo una volta sola.” (Because I only watched the trailer like once.) “More or less,” Damiano shrugs. “It’s some psychological thriller-drama. But honestly, anche se non capisco niente, farò finta di avere un’opinione forte dopo.” (Even if I don’t understand anything, I’ll pretend to have a strong opinion afterward.) Manny smirks. “Perfetto. Dopo il film parliamo come veri critici, ‘Oh, il simbolismo era incredibile!’” (Perfect. After the movie, we’ll talk like real critics, ‘Oh, the symbolism was incredible!’) “Exactly,” Damiano grins, clinking his glass against Manny’s. “Alla recitazione straordinaria e alla nostra capacità di fingere.” (To the extraordinary acting and our ability to fake it.) They both laugh, blending into the glamorous chaos of the premiere—just two Italians enjoyi

As they step out of the theater, Manny HP lets out a dramatic sigh, running a hand through his hair. “Bro, I have no idea what I just watched, but I’m gonna nod and say ‘artistic masterpiece’ if anyone asks.”