La notte di Pasquino
La notte di Pasquino

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La notte di Pasquino

2003
Movie
91 min
Italian

Rome, 1870. On the eve of the breach of Porta Pia a kidnapping shakes the Jewish Ghetto: a child disappears.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Pasquale PozzessereGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

The film follows the story of Pasquino, a man who wakes up on Easter morning with amnesia. As he navigates his day, he encounters various characters who seem to know him, but he cannot recall any of them. He gradually pieces together fragments of his past, leading to a humorous and poignant journey of self-discovery.

Critical Reception

La notte di Pasquino received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its original premise and the performances of its cast, particularly Stefano Dionisi. Some found the humor to be effective, while others felt the plot could have been more developed.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its imaginative concept of amnesia on Easter morning.

  • Noted for the solid performances from the lead actors.

  • Some reviews pointed to a somewhat uneven narrative flow.

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Fun Fact

The film's title, 'La notte di Pasquino' (Pasquino's Night), plays on the Italian word for Easter ('Pasqua') and the character's name, Pasquino, creating a thematic link to the film's Easter setting.

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