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Once a Year, Every Year
A man enters a restaurant in Trastevere, in the suburbs of Rome, and asks the owner to cook him the superb bass he has just been given. He wants it served at the dinner gathering like every year the group of inseparable friends he is a member of. The others join him. The last to come is a lawyer who has just liquidated the succession of the one that will be missing tonight. The deceased leaves them an estate in Umbria provided they live there in community. What will the friends decide during this dinner like no other?
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Plot Summary
This drama tells the story of a family grappling with the dynamics of their relationships during the holiday season. As they come together, old tensions and unspoken feelings surface, leading to a series of revelations and emotional confrontations. The film explores themes of love, forgiveness, and the enduring bonds of family.
Critical Reception
Once a Year, Every Year received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its emotional depth and performances, while others found its narrative predictable. Audiences generally appreciated the film's focus on family dynamics during the holidays.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its heartfelt performances, particularly from its lead actors.
Noted for its exploration of complex family relationships during a significant time.
Some critics found the plot to be somewhat conventional for the genre.
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Fun Fact
The film was primarily shot on location in a small town, contributing to its intimate and realistic portrayal of a family gathering.
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