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A film that for convenience I define as a love story, but where this word includes many others: communication breakdown between sexes, friendship, and family. Perhaps more than a love story, it's a film about life and its torments. Troisi is a master of this genre, because he puts himself mostly into it, as well as Naples and its quirks. This shouldn't scare anyone, as I believe his language is understandable in every corner of the world. A positive note also for Giuliana De Sio, who with her acting supports well what Troisi wanted to convey. In short, a beautiful film that speaks to us about love in a poetic and gentle way.

I am no movie maniac, but this is one of the rare films I have seen more than four or five times and I keep finding new amazingly funny things in it. I think it gives many hints of the true Neapolitan essence. Wonderful job of Troisi as writer, director and actor (and obviously much better than "Il Postino'). The supporting actors are also fantastic, especially Lello Arena, but also Giuliana De Sio and Vincenzo's (Troisi's) mother. I am not sure there is an English subtitled version, and the original version may be difficult to understand if you are not used to Neapolitan accent (and dialect or at least expressions) but if you have a chance, go for it, it is surely worth while. A truly excellent film.