I due compari
I due compari

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I due compari

1955
Movie
91 min
Italian

Giovanni peddles useless pens in the streets of Rome with his sidekick Francesco, but his college-student daughter thinks he is a rich industrialist. She falls in love with a rich guy and when her father tells her the trust about their financial situation she drops her fiance and refuses food. Luckily, the guy's parents give their consent to the marriage anyway.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Carlo BorghesioGenres: Comedy, Western

Plot Summary

Two unfortunate souls, Giggi and Oreste, find themselves entangled in a series of comedic misadventures after a misunderstanding involving stolen money. They are mistaken for notorious bandits and find themselves on the run from the law and from actual criminals. Their attempts to clear their names lead them through a wild west-style setting where they must outwit both sides of the law.

Critical Reception

The film is primarily remembered as a vehicle for the legendary Italian comedic duo Totò and Peppino De Filippo, offering their signature slapstick and witty banter. While not a critical darling, it was a popular film with audiences who appreciated its lighthearted, comedic take on Western tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Delivers ample laughs thanks to the comedic chemistry of Totò and De Filippo.

  • A lighthearted and entertaining comedy with a whimsical approach to the Western genre.

  • Relies heavily on the established comedic talents of its leads.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the strong comedic performances of Totò and Peppino De Filippo as the main draw, praising their ability to generate laughter through their antics and dialogue.

Fun Fact

This film is one of several collaborations between the iconic Italian comedians Totò and Peppino De Filippo, who were renowned for their on-screen chemistry and individual comedic styles.

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