Squillo
Squillo

Squillo

1996Movie100 minItalian

Maria, a provincial Polish girl, travels to Milan to pay her older sister Eva a surprise visit. The sisters haven't seen each other in seven years and Eva has changed a lot. She lives in a luxurious apartment and dresses in designer clothes. Although she pretends to be an interpreter, Eva is actually a call-girl and, one night, fails to return from an appointment. Maria enquires at the hotel where Eva last worked. Eva's body is soon found. The investigation is conducted by Inspector Messina, a trendy cop. Maria and Messina become an inseparable investigating team. Maria poses as a call-girl in order to reveal her sister's killer and they use mobile phones to keep in touch.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Carlo VanzinaGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Two friends, Marco and Dario, are living separate lives with their respective girlfriends. Marco is a wealthy, successful businessman, while Dario is a struggling artist. A twist of fate brings them together when they both fall for the same woman, a beautiful and enigmatic model named Lory. Their rivalry intensifies as they try to win her affection, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and escalating antics.

Critical Reception

Squillo was a moderate success at the Italian box office, appealing to fans of Vanzina's typical lighthearted comedies. Critics were divided, with some praising its comedic timing and performances, while others found the plot predictable and the humor formulaic. It is generally considered a typical product of its era in Italian comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted comedic tone and the chemistry between its lead actors.
  • Criticized by some for a predictable plot and reliance on familiar comedic tropes.
  • Considered a typical, enjoyable Vanzina comedy for its time.

Google audience: Audience reception for Squillo is mixed. Many viewers enjoyed the film for its humor and the performances of Massimo Boldi and Christian De Sica, finding it a fun and lighthearted watch. However, some found the plot unoriginal and the comedy to be dated.

Fun Fact

The film features a notable appearance by then-emerging Czech model and actress Alena Šeredová, who would later gain wider international recognition.

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