I fobici
I fobici

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I fobici

1999
Movie
100 min
Italian

Four stories about phobias, manias and other complexes.

Insights

IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes24%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users55%
Director: Lasse HallströmGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A man who suffers from numerous phobias tries to overcome his anxieties in order to get married. His obsessive-compulsive disorder and germaphobia make even the simplest tasks a monumental challenge. He seeks the help of a therapist, but his road to recovery is paved with comical and often embarrassing setbacks.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor too reliant on the protagonist's exaggerated anxieties and lacking in genuine emotional depth. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

What Reviewers Say

  • Pokes fun at phobias with limited success.

  • Relies too heavily on slapstick and the character's neuroses.

  • Lacks the charm and emotional resonance to make the protagonist's journey engaging.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while some appreciated the attempt at humor related to anxiety, many found the film's premise to be repetitive and the comedic elements to be hit-or-miss. The lead performance received some praise, but it wasn't enough to elevate the overall viewing experience for most.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'A.D.D.', referring to Attention Deficit Disorder, but it was changed before release.

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