Kryptonite!

Kryptonite! is a dramedy centered on a child's unique way of coping with loss. The audience's emotional response is primarily driven by Humor stemming from Peppino's imaginative world where his cousin is Superman, balanced with Joy and Happiness derived from the innocence of childhood and the eventual positive resolution. Underlying these are significant feelings of Sadness and Empathy for Peppino's grief over his cousin's death, coupled with a sense of Melancholy reflecting the bittersweet nature of his coping mechanism. Inspiration and Hope emerge from Peppino's resilience and ability to navigate life's challenges through his imaginary friend, while Love for family and Nostalgia for the 1970s setting also play a role.