The Lieutenant of the Carabinieri
The Lieutenant of the Carabinieri

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The Lieutenant of the Carabinieri

1986
Movie
108 min
Italian

Carabinieri's lieutenant Duilio Cordelli is in charge of investigating fake banknotes traffic. He discovers that a 60 billion lira bank robbery is linked with his case. Things get more complicated when the main suspected, Lorenzini, is killed. Moreover, Cordelli villa is blown up and the evidence points to the conclusion the whole case could be solved only by flying to London.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Francesco MassaroGenres: Comedy, Action

Plot Summary

A naive and inexperienced lieutenant of the Carabinieri is assigned to a police station in Rome. He finds himself embroiled in a series of comical and dangerous situations as he tries to uphold the law and deal with the city's underbelly. His idealism clashes with the cynicism of his colleagues and the cunning of the criminals he encounters.

Critical Reception

The film was generally received as a lighthearted comedy with action elements, appealing to a specific audience for its comedic style and the performances of its cast. It's often remembered as a typical Italian comedy of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its comedic performances, particularly from the lead.

  • Seen as a predictable but entertaining romp.

  • Appreciated for its lighthearted take on police work.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this specific film is not readily available in a consolidated format on Google.

Fun Fact

The film is part of a series of "Carabinieri" comedies that were popular in Italy during the 1980s and early 1990s, often featuring similar comedic tropes and actors.

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