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Decameron: Two Naughty Tales
Once upon a time, there was a handsome peasant. His name was Masetto... So the Narrator (Mexican Ricky Martinez), reading a racy page by Boccaccio (First Novella of the Third Day). Czech Eric Flower plays the peasant, pretending to be deaf and dumb, while looking for work... and fun. Venezuelan Jean Franko, Italian hunks Alberto Ventura and Marco Sisto are the farmers, all too eager to take advantage of him.
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Plot Summary
Based on a medieval literary work, this film presents two loosely connected comedic tales of love, deception, and bawdy humor. The stories explore the follies of human desire and the cleverness of individuals navigating societal norms and their own appetites. Expect a lighthearted and often risqué exploration of romance and its complications.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to negative reception, often criticized for its simplistic humor and uneven storytelling. While some appreciated its lighthearted approach to classic tales, many found it to be lacking in depth and artistic merit. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some finding enjoyment in its playful and risqué nature, while others were left unimpressed.
What Reviewers Say
The film's attempts at humor are often juvenile and fall flat.
While based on a classic source, the adaptation lacks sophistication.
The performances are serviceable, but can't elevate the weak material.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not readily available, but general audience sentiment appears to be that the film is a forgettable and somewhat crude comedy.
Fun Fact
The film is an adaptation of select stories from Giovanni Boccaccio's 'The Decameron,' a 14th-century collection of novellas.
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