La moglie è uguale per tutti
La moglie è uguale per tutti

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La moglie è uguale per tutti

1955
Movie
95 min
Italian

Antonio De Papis is a lawyer and his specialization is separation by mutual consent. He is contrary to marriage because he sees so many of them going wrong. So when his nephew calls on him asking for his approval to his marriage, Antonio suggests to him to spend a day in his office to see what marriage really is.

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Director: Mario MattoliGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

The film follows the story of a young man who finds himself in a series of comedic misadventures when he attempts to navigate his relationships with multiple women. As he tries to juggle different romantic entanglements, he encounters humorous situations and misunderstandings.

Critical Reception

This Italian comedy from the mid-1950s was a modest domestic success, typical of the genre during that era. It garnered a generally favorable, though not critically acclaimed, reception from Italian audiences who appreciated its lighthearted humor and relatable, albeit exaggerated, romantic predicaments.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted and often farcical comedic situations.

  • Appreciated for its simple, escapist entertainment value.

  • Noted for performances that leaned into comedic archetypes.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older Italian film, but general sentiment for comedies of this type in the 1950s often focused on their ability to provide simple laughs and a break from everyday life, with appreciation for the comedic timing of the actors.

Fun Fact

Franca Rame, who plays one of the main female roles, would later become a highly influential and acclaimed theatre actress and activist in Italy.

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