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Vieni avanti cretino
Pasquale Baudaffi, on amnesty, comes out of prison and starts looking for a job with the help of his cousin Gaetano. But first he goes to what was once a brothel, but, unbeknownst to our hapless hero, has been taken over and rented as a dental office. Pasquale finds himself at the center of endless misunderstandings. He tries to be a gamekeeper but that's not okay, he tries to be a waiter in a bar: he immediately gets his orders wrong and he is fired. His performance as a garage keeper was negative. The very latest experience is in an electronics company but its insertion into the futuristic mechanism triggers the craziest complications. The encounter with a lost dog allows him to get to know his mistress and thus discover the woman of his life.
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Plot Summary
The film follows the misadventures of various eccentric characters brought to life by Carlo Verdone's comedic talent. Each segment showcases a distinct personality, often highlighting their quirks and their interactions with society in humorous and sometimes absurd situations. Verdone portrays a range of archetypes, from the naive to the boastful, all within a distinctly Italian comedic framework.
Critical Reception
Vieni avanti cretino was a commercial success in Italy upon its release, solidifying Carlo Verdone's status as a major comedic star. While not universally acclaimed by international critics, it is considered a cult classic among Italian cinema enthusiasts, appreciated for its character-driven humor and Verdone's performance. It is often cited as a representative example of Italian comedy from the early 1980s.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Carlo Verdone's versatile comedic performances and his ability to create memorable, eccentric characters.
Appreciated for its slice-of-life Italian humor and portrayal of everyday absurdities.
Seen as a quintessential example of 1980s Italian comedy, reflecting the era's comedic sensibilities.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available for this older Italian film, but it is generally remembered fondly by Italian viewers as a classic comedy.
Fun Fact
The film is structured as a series of sketches, each featuring Carlo Verdone in a different role, showcasing his range as a comedic actor and impersonator.
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