Era una notte buia e tempestosa...

A series of interconnected stories unfold during a stormy night, involving peculiar characters and absurd situations. A veterinarian with a penchant for gambling, a stranded couple, and a peculiar detective all find their paths crossing in unexpected ways. The night's events escalate into a chaotic and humorous series of misunderstandings and misadventures.

The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its comedic timing and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Francesco Nuti. Some found the episodic nature a bit disjointed, but generally, it was seen as an entertaining and quirky Italian comedy.

• Praised for its ensemble cast and humorous situations.

• Noted for its chaotic and sometimes absurd comedic style.

• Found to be a lighthearted and entertaining Italian comedy.

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The film's title is a direct reference to the iconic opening line of Edward Bulwer-Lytton's novel 'Paul Clifford', which is famously considered one of the worst opening lines in literature, often parodied in other works.