A Mosquito in the Ear is a 2026 drama film written and directed by Nicola Rinciari in his directorial debut. It is based upon the graphic novel Una Zanzara nell’Orecchio by Andrea Ferraris. It stars Jake Lacy, Nazanin Boniadi and Ruhi Pal.
Premise
An American couple travels to India to meet their newly adopted-daughter and bring her back home, however, she refuses to leave the orphanage. ==Cast==
In May 2024, it was announced Jake Lacy, Nazanin Boniadi and Ruhi Pal had joined the cast of the film, with Nicola Rinciari directing from a screenplay he wrote, based upon the graphic novel Una Zanzara nell’Orecchio by Andrea Ferraris. Principal photography concluded in India. ==Release==
Release
It had its world premiere at the 41st Santa Barbara International Film Festival on February 4, 2026. In March 2026, Persimmon acquired U.S. distribution rights to the film. ==References==