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I due vigili
Two traffic policemen help capture a dangerous robber after unwittingly contributing to his making off with the loot.
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Plot Summary
Two incompetent traffic policemen, Antonio Girasole and Vincenzo Esposito, are transferred to Rome. They struggle to adapt to the big city's chaos and their new duties, often finding themselves in comical and absurd situations. Their attempts at enforcing the law are frequently thwarted by their own ineptitude and the colorful characters they encounter, leading to a series of hilarious mishaps.
Critical Reception
The film was a commercial success in Italy, capitalizing on the popularity of its lead actors and the lighthearted, slapstick comedy genre. Critically, it received mixed reviews, with some appreciating its broad humor and escapism, while others found it to be formulaic and lacking in depth. It is often remembered as a typical example of Italian 'commedia all'italiana' of the era, designed for mass entertainment.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted and often silly humor.
Appreciated for the performances of its popular comedic actors.
Seen as a classic example of Italian popular comedy from the 1960s.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available for this specific title, but similar films from the period were generally enjoyed for their comedic value and simple plots.
Fun Fact
Lando Buzzanca, who played one of the lead traffic policemen, was a major comedic star in Italy during the 1960s and 1970s, known for his charming and often outrageous on-screen persona.
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