Il marito in collegio

A young man, desperate for money to pay off his father's debts, agrees to marry a wealthy elderly woman. However, his plans are complicated when he falls for a younger student while attending college disguised as one himself. He must navigate his affections and his precarious financial situation.

The film was a commercial success in Italy, largely due to the popularity of its lead actor, Alvaro Vitali, who was a prominent figure in Italian 'commedia sexy all'italiana' films of the era. Critical reception was generally dismissive, as is typical for many films in this genre, often seen as lighthearted, formulaic, and catering to a specific audience.

• Praised for its lighthearted comedic elements and the performance of Alvaro Vitali.

• Often criticized for its predictable plot and reliance on genre tropes.

• Considered a typical example of Italian sex comedy of the late 1970s.

Google audience: Audience reviews, where available, tend to focus on nostalgia for the era and the performances of the comedic actors. Some viewers appreciate the simple, escapist humor, while others find the plot to be thin and dated.

Alvaro Vitali, the film's star, was known for his distinctive comedic persona often involving naive or mischievous characters, which made him a cult figure in Italian cinema.