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Fuego en el mar
Mariano works as chief driller on an oil platform in Campeche 14 days a month. However, he is obsessed with the idea that his wife Gloria is cheating on him while he is away. Therefore, time and again he asks her to stop working and get pregnant for the second time. However, Gloria refuses to be financially dependent on her husband. The couple's conflicts become more acute when engineer Becker, Gloria's former lover, starts working again in the offices where she works.
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Plot Summary
A satirical look at the lives of a group of Italians on a cruise ship, revealing their hidden desires, hypocrisies, and desperate attempts to maintain appearances. The film contrasts the superficiality of their vacation with the harsh realities of life and the changing social landscape of Italy.
Critical Reception
This film received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Monicelli's directing and the ensemble cast's performances. However, some found the satire to be heavy-handed at times.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its biting social commentary on Italian society.
Recognized for strong performances from its veteran Italian actors.
Some critics noted a lack of cohesion in its narrative.
Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Golden Bear at the 32nd Berlin International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film was shot entirely on a cruise ship, capturing the confined and artificial environment that amplifies the characters' interactions and conflicts.
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