The Italians

The Italians, written by Lisa Visca, is a charming and witty film that celebrates the chaos, beauty, and unbreakable bonds of Italian-American family life. With sharp dialogue, dynamic characters, and a storyline that balances laugh-out-loud moments with genuine emotional depth, this movie feels both personal and universally relatable.

Visca's writing shines through in every scene-rich with cultural nuance, fast-paced banter, and moments that pull at your heartstrings just when you least expect it. The characters are wonderfully flawed and fully realized, with each family member bringing a unique flavor to the table (pun intended). Whether you grew up in a big Italian family or not, you'll find pieces of your own relatives in these roles.

Visually, the film is vibrant and full of life, with a warm tone that matches its subject matter perfectly. The direction leans into the comedic timing and emotional beats without ever feeling heavy-handed.

If you love films like My Big Fat Greek Wedding or Moonstruck, The Italians will feel like coming home. A love letter to culture, tradition, and the messy but beautiful reality of family-this one's definitely worth the watch.

I really enjoyed it and so did my girlfriend who went with me, we are both African American and I feel that this movie welcomes everyone, it is well directed the cinematography is highly professional from start to finish it keeps you engaged with a great story line All of the main characters did an excellent job in playing their roles, my favorite was the grandma she really played an excellent part her role really in my opinion was very well acted and played and very funny with a natural flow I really don't want to give too much of the movie away by telling too much of the story line but I think the average movie goer would definitely enjoy it two thumbs up for me!

The Italians is an absolute delight. It's an honest story about life and relationships. The message is one of love, family and forgiveness. It's filled with gut wrenching emotions and joyful moments. Screen Writer, Lisa Visca delivers. Each line is right on the mark. The actors fit their roles perfectly. You can feel the camaraderie among the cast. It comes shining right through the screen. This movie will make you laugh. It will make you cry. It will touch your heart and make you want to be a better person. It will make you want to watch it again and again and again. It is a work of art and a feel good movie that promotes positivity. Watch it! You won't be sorry. However, watch out, it might make you hungry for Italian food! Ciao.

If you liked My Big Fat Wedding, you will love this film. Just to clarify, the family in this film is Italian and not Greek.

I loved the casting, especially Lilly the girlfriend. That young actress is going places.

I wasn't sure what to expect when I first started to watch The Italians but with this sharp script, I laughed out loud so many times during the film and I loved it.

The editing was really clever, and skipping around the timeline was fun. I loved the confession scenes. So funny.

I gave it a 10 out of 10, which I normally don't do. It was a fun movie to watch and seeing how the characters' arcs were unexpected.

Give it a try, I think you'll love it too.

From the vibrant heart of Naples to the silver screen-Luca Riemma delivers a powerful new film that blends raw emotion, gripping storytelling, and unmistakable Italian soul. Don't miss the latest cinematic gem from one of Naples' finest talents. Experience the world through Luca Riemma's eyes-authentic, unforgettable, and absolutely unmissable. Without a doubt, his performance was a highlight of the film, contributing significantly to its overall impact and memorability. His ability to seamlessly transition between comedic and dramatic moments was incredibly impressive, bringing to life a character that truly resonated.