L'ultimo guappo
L'ultimo guappo

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L'ultimo guappo

1978
Movie
95 min
Italian

After a car accident in which his son Roberto miraculously remains unharmed, Don Francesco Aliprandi makes a vow to the Madonna.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Bitto" G. De NunzioGenres: Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

Set in Naples, the film follows the story of Santino, a young man from the streets who becomes involved in the criminal underworld. He rises through the ranks, driven by a desire for power and respect, but his ambition eventually leads him into a dangerous confrontation with the established Camorra. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the harsh realities of organized crime.

Critical Reception

L'ultimo guappo received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its gritty portrayal of Neapolitan organized crime and its performances, while others found its plot predictable and its direction lacking. Audiences generally responded positively to its genre elements, appreciating its authentic setting and compelling, albeit violent, narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic depiction of Naples and its criminal element.

  • Some found the plot somewhat derivative of other crime films of the era.

  • Performances, particularly from the lead, were often highlighted as a strong point.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely documented for this specific Italian crime film, but similar genre entries from the period often appeal to viewers who enjoy gritty crime dramas and explorations of underworld dynamics.

Fun Fact

The term 'guappo' in Neapolitan dialect refers to a dandy or a swaggering figure, often associated with a certain streetwise charm and toughness, which directly relates to the protagonist's character arc in the film.

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