Rating: Not Rated
Movie Release Date: October 14, 2005 (Italy) / December 29, 2006 (USA)
DVD Release Date: May 8, 2007
Plot 411: A man braves the early stages of the war in Iraq to save the love of his life.
Review: Roberto Benigni is Attilio, a college professor of poetry who has a recurring dream of getting married to his dream girl. When he meets her (Nicoletta Braschi) at a friend's (Jean Reno) poetry reading, he follows her to a cafe and invites himself to her table. Vittoria cannot understand Attilio's infatuation with her and flees the area. However, when Attilio learns that Vittoria is injured on her trip to Iraq, he does everything in his power to get there and make her well. This is another great film starring Benigni (the other is Life Is Beautiful) that demonstrates the lengths to which people will go for those they love. I am still baffled by Benigni's charisma as he isn't at all handsome. But somehow, through his expressions and actions in his films, it is quite easy to fall in love with him. As Attilio, he is forgetful and passionate, determined and somewhat goofy. His actions are awkward yet he has the confidence of Adonis. Besides a weird transition from Act two to three, I thought the film flowed well. It wasn't as compelling as Life Is Beautiful, but it also wasn't as grim either. I loved some of the political jabs that were made throughout the film. The dialogue throughout is inspiring, especially for those who study words. Some lines and turns of phrases were simply beautiful.
Watch It: For a truly awesome demonstration of love.
Skip It: If this is your first encounter with Benigni. Try Life Is Beautiful.
Movie Release Date: October 14, 2005 (Italy) / December 29, 2006 (USA)
DVD Release Date: May 8, 2007
Plot 411: A man braves the early stages of the war in Iraq to save the love of his life.
Review: Roberto Benigni is Attilio, a college professor of poetry who has a recurring dream of getting married to his dream girl. When he meets her (Nicoletta Braschi) at a friend's (Jean Reno) poetry reading, he follows her to a cafe and invites himself to her table. Vittoria cannot understand Attilio's infatuation with her and flees the area. However, when Attilio learns that Vittoria is injured on her trip to Iraq, he does everything in his power to get there and make her well. This is another great film starring Benigni (the other is Life Is Beautiful) that demonstrates the lengths to which people will go for those they love. I am still baffled by Benigni's charisma as he isn't at all handsome. But somehow, through his expressions and actions in his films, it is quite easy to fall in love with him. As Attilio, he is forgetful and passionate, determined and somewhat goofy. His actions are awkward yet he has the confidence of Adonis. Besides a weird transition from Act two to three, I thought the film flowed well. It wasn't as compelling as Life Is Beautiful, but it also wasn't as grim either. I loved some of the political jabs that were made throughout the film. The dialogue throughout is inspiring, especially for those who study words. Some lines and turns of phrases were simply beautiful.
Watch It: For a truly awesome demonstration of love.
Skip It: If this is your first encounter with Benigni. Try Life Is Beautiful.
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