La bolognese
La bolognese

La bolognese

1975Movie72 minItalian

Softcore melodrama about a young woman who becomes a prostitute with the hopes of raising enough money to start a career as a model for romantic fumetti books

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Gianni BongioanniGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

The film follows the misadventures of two old friends, Luigi and Sergio, who are reunited after years apart. Luigi, now a successful businessman, returns to his hometown and reconnects with Sergio, who has taken a less conventional path in life. Their reunion triggers a series of comical situations as they navigate their past, present, and uncertain futures, encountering old flames and quirky townsfolk along the way.

Critical Reception

La bolognese was a modest comedy that played on familiar tropes of Italian cinema, particularly the reunion of old friends and the clash of different life paths. It received a generally lukewarm reception, appreciated for its lightheartedness and performances but not considered a standout in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Generally seen as a light and amusing, if unremarkable, Italian comedy.
  • Praised for the chemistry between its lead actors.
  • Some critics found the plot predictable and lacking in significant depth.

Google audience: Audience reception information is limited for this title. Those who have reviewed it generally found it to be an entertaining, albeit somewhat dated, comedic film.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a trend in Italian cinema during the 1970s that often focused on everyday life and relatable characters, even within a comedic framework.

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