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Bosco d'amore
The time is the mid-14th century --- the Pope is now residing at Avignon, the Black Death is killing millions across Europe, and civil wars are adding to the turmoil and chaos. In this story adapted from Giovanni Boccaccio's Decameron, a young teenage couple is sent to live in a nearby town by the man's uncle, in an attempt to keep them safe from harm. She is from the lower classes, and he comes from a noble family -- a family that opposes his choice of a future bride. While en route to the town, the couple's horses are stolen and they are forced to continue through the forest on foot -- at a pace that introduces them to a kaleidoscope of Boccaccio's characters, from masters of mysticism, to soldiers of the warring Papal armies. Somehow, the couple manage to get through this gauntlet of sorts, and they do marry. Just as they are ready to go back to Rome, they hear that there is an insurrection in the offing, and suddenly, their brief spate of stability is threatened again.
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Plot Summary
In this Italian erotic comedy, a group of travelers finds themselves stranded in a remote village. As they navigate the peculiar customs and inhabitants of the area, a series of humorous and suggestive encounters unfolds. The narrative follows their attempts to escape the village while becoming increasingly entangled in its unusual romantic entanglements.
Critical Reception
Bosco d'amore is a typical example of the 'commedia sexy all'italiana' genre of the late 70s and early 80s. While not critically acclaimed, it found an audience for its lighthearted eroticism and comedic performances, particularly from its popular stars.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its comedic elements and star power within the genre.
Seen as a product of its time, offering light erotic humor.
Often cited as a classic example of Italian sex comedy.
Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive for its intended genre, with viewers enjoying the comedic performances and playful, suggestive nature of the film.
Fun Fact
Gloria Guida, one of the leading actresses, was a prominent figure in Italian erotic comedies during the 1970s and early 1980s, often referred to as the 'queen of Italian erotic cinema'.
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