I viaggiatori della sera
I viaggiatori della sera

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I viaggiatori della sera

1979
Movie
108 min
Italian

A famous radio announcer is being retired at the top of his career and in full professional maturity. But for him and his wife life is not over now, he has more plans.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Ugo TognazziGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A retired and lonely theater director, Giorgio, finds solace in a futuristic brothel where he can experience virtual reality encounters with historical figures. He develops a complex relationship with one of the 'companions', Leda, who helps him confront his past and his declining health. The film explores themes of aging, memory, and the human desire for connection in an increasingly artificial world.

Critical Reception

The film was met with mixed to positive reviews, appreciated for its philosophical depth and Tognazzi's compelling performance, though some critics found its pacing uneven. It's often considered a more introspective and somber work in Tognazzi's filmography.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique premise and melancholic exploration of isolation.

  • Ugo Tognazzi delivers a nuanced and poignant performance.

  • Some found the pacing slow and the futuristic elements underdeveloped.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely documented, but discussions often highlight the film's thought-provoking nature and Tognazzi's acting.

Fun Fact

The film is noted for its unique blend of science fiction elements with a deeply personal and existential drama, a departure from many comedies of its era.

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