Tutti a squola
The upright prof. Filippo Bottini Said Pippo is an "old-fashioned" teacher in a Roman school. He would like a Heart book-style school but clashes with the harsh reality of modern teaching and in particular with the turmoil of the seventies: strikes, occupations, armed students, feminist colleagues. Overwhelmed by events, he will find himself more and more in the maelstrom of the post-1968 protest until he becomes a drug courier. He will be arrested and incarcerated, but thanks to the release on bail provided by his colleague Lalla, with whom he had in the meantime started a relationship, he will be able to redeem himself.
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Plot Summary
A group of unruly students is about to be expelled from their school. To save their institution, the teachers and principal decide to recruit a charismatic but inexperienced young man to pose as a substitute teacher. He must try to instill discipline and a love for learning in the troublesome class, leading to a series of comedic situations and unexpected outcomes.
Critical Reception
Tutti a squola was a commercially successful Italian comedy, particularly popular for its lighthearted humor and performances by its lead actors. While not critically acclaimed by international standards, it was well-received by domestic audiences for its entertainment value and relatable, albeit exaggerated, school setting.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its comedic performances, especially from Enrico Montesano.
- Appreciated for its lighthearted take on school life and student-teacher dynamics.
- Seen as a typical Italian comedy of its era, offering simple entertainment.
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Fun Fact
The film is a remake of the 1940 American film 'So You Won't Talk' which starred Joe E. Brown.
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