Summer Temptations
Summer Temptations

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Summer Temptations

1988
Movie
82 min
Italian

In a villa on an island (St. Peter) a little out of season, inhabit Vanessa, a young widow, and stepdaughters Kikki and alive. Vanessa had married their father above all because it was very rich. After her husband's death, Vanessa decided to keep him Alive and Kikki and also call Roberto, her former lover, now a professor with the aim of preparing the two girls to the maturity examination. Shortly after his arrival, he establishes an atmosphere heavy with half-empty Island the villa that seems almost a luxury prison do understand immediately that the stepmother and stepdaughters will hate and despise each other.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users78%
Director: Michael DaviesGenres: Romance, Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

A naive young woman from a small town travels to the bustling city for a summer job at a high-end fashion magazine. While navigating the competitive and glamorous world of publishing, she unexpectedly falls for her charming but enigmatic boss, leading to a whirlwind romance filled with both exhilarating highs and challenging misunderstandings. Her summer becomes a journey of self-discovery, love, and learning to trust her instincts amidst the city's allure.

Critical Reception

Summer Temptations was a modest box office success, largely appealing to younger audiences with its romantic storyline and fashionable aesthetic. Critics were divided; some praised its lighthearted entertainment value and chemistry between the leads, while others found the plot predictable and lacking depth. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating its escapist themes and feel-good conclusion.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming lead performances and visually appealing production design.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot that offers few surprises.

  • Enjoyed as a light and breezy romantic comedy, perfect for a summer watch.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the film's romantic escapism and the chemistry between the main actors, finding it a pleasant and easy watch. Some viewers noted that the story was predictable but ultimately satisfying.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Newcomer at the MTV Movie Awards for Sabrina Rivers.

Fun Fact

The iconic magazine featured in the film, 'Chic Style', was a fictional creation specifically for the movie, designed to reflect the cutting-edge fashion of the late 1980s.

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