Come scopersi l'America
Come scopersi l'America

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Come scopersi l'America

1949
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Italian

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Carlo Ludovico BragagliaGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

The film follows the misadventures of a baker, Alberto, who inherits a large fortune from a distant relative in America. Eager to live a life of luxury, Alberto travels to the United States, but his journey is fraught with comical misunderstandings and unexpected challenges. He soon discovers that the reality of his inheritance and the American dream is far different from what he imagined.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Come scopersi l'America' was generally met with a mixed to positive reception from Italian critics, who appreciated its lighthearted comedic approach and Aldo Fabrizi's performance. Audiences enjoyed the film for its escapist themes and humorous situations, making it a moderately successful comedy of its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its simple, lighthearted humor and escapist plot.

  • Aldo Fabrizi's comedic timing and charisma were frequently highlighted.

  • Some found the plot predictable but enjoyable for its good-natured fun.

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Fun Fact

The film's title, 'How I Discovered America,' is a playful take on the common theme of immigrants discovering the New World, here reinterpreted through a comedic lens of inheriting a fortune there.

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