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Don't Be Bad
A story set in the 90s and in the outskirts of Rome to Ostia. A world where money, luxury cars, night clubs, cocaine and synthetic drugs are easy to run. A world in which Vittorio and Cesare, in their early twenties, act in search of their success.
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Plot Summary
In the gritty Roman suburbs of the 1990s, two ambitious young men, best friends, join a football team with dreams of making it big. As they navigate the cutthroat world of professional sports, their bond is tested by rivalry, betrayal, and the temptations of power and wealth. Their pursuit of success leads them down a dark path, blurring the lines between friendship and ambition.
Critical Reception
Don't Be Bad was met with a mixed to positive reception, particularly praised for its atmospheric portrayal of Roman suburbia and its exploration of ambition and loyalty. Some critics noted its familiar narrative tropes within the sports drama genre, while others commended its energetic direction and strong performances, especially from the lead actors.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic depiction of 1990s Italian youth culture and the gritty atmosphere of the Roman suburbs.
The dynamic between the two leads and their journey of ambition and eventual disillusionment was a focal point of positive reviews.
Some reviewers found the plot somewhat predictable, adhering to common sports drama conventions.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available or consistently reported for this title.
Fun Fact
The film's soundtrack features a mix of popular Italian and international music from the 1990s, enhancing its nostalgic and authentic feel.
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