Bella di papà
Bella di papà

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Bella di papà

2013
Movie
15 min
Italian

It is the day of Enrica and Filippo's wedding. All their relatives are waiting in the church for the arrival of the bride. It is a stifling hot day.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Guido ChiesaGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Emidio, a lonely and overprotective father, is devastated when he discovers his daughter, who he believes is still a child, is engaged. He embarks on a mission to sabotage the wedding, employing increasingly outlandish schemes. His efforts are complicated by the fact that his daughter has kept her engagement a secret, and he doesn't even know the groom's identity.

Critical Reception

Bella di papà received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often found the humor predictable and the plot contrived. While some appreciated the performances, particularly Vincenzo Salemme, many felt the film failed to deliver a consistently engaging comedic experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on slapstick and predictable comedic tropes.

  • The central premise of a protective father trying to break up his daughter's wedding is a common theme, but this film offers little novelty.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors struggling to elevate the material.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Bella di papà are largely absent from public platforms, making a specific summary of Google user sentiment impossible to provide.

Fun Fact

Brendan Gleeson, an Irish actor known for his roles in Hollywood blockbusters, makes a supporting appearance in this Italian comedy.

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