Amici Come Prima
Cesare Proietti is the esteemed manager of the Relais Colombo, a luxury hotel in Milan. When a group of new Chinese business partners want to revolutionize everything, the hotel owner's daughter, Luciana, decides to fire Cesare. When Cesare discovers Luciana is looking for a caregiver who can look after her father, he decides to dress up as a charming woman to apply for the role.
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Plot Summary
Two old friends, Leo and Carlo, meet again after many years. Leo, a successful businessman, is married to a young woman, while Carlo lives a more modest life. Their reunion takes an unexpected turn when they swap lives for a day, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and revelations about their past and present.
Critical Reception
Amici Come Prima was generally met with a mixed to positive reception from Italian critics, who often highlighted the chemistry between the lead actors and the film's lighthearted comedic tone. While not groundbreaking, it was seen as a pleasant and entertaining diversion for audiences.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its comedic timing and the dynamic between De Sica and Ghini.
- Seen as a fun, albeit predictable, Italian comedy.
- Appreciated for its lighthearted take on friendship and life choices.
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Fun Fact
The film is a remake of the 2014 French comedy "À Vous de Jouer" (also known as "La Famille Bélier" in some markets, though this is incorrect as it's a different film). The Italian version adapts the premise to a local context.
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