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The RoseMan of Omaha

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The RoseMan of Omaha follows Dean Battiato, a Sicilian-American man on the autism spectrum who has become a local legend selling roses in the bars and restaurants of Omaha. While spreading love to strangers, Dean quietly battles isolation, illness, and the weight of lifelong judgment. As the film uncovers his extraordinary memory for numbers and deep ties to his Sicilian heritage, a layered portrait emerges of a man far more complex than first impressions suggest.

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David M. Weiss

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Synopsis The RoseMan of Omaha follows Dean Battiato, a Sicilian-American man on the autism spectrum who has become a local legend selling roses in the bars and restaurants of Omaha. While spreading love to strangers, Dean quietly battles isolation, illness, and the weight of lifelong judgment. As the film uncovers his extraordinary memory for numbers and deep ties to his Sicilian heritage, a layered portrait emerges of a man far more complex than first impressions suggest.
Director
David M. Weiss
Distributor
Indie Rights
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 23, 2026
Runtime
1h 31m
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