Like Two Crocodiles
A successful Italian man living in Paris returns to Italy to exact financial revenge upon his cruel half-brothers in this Italian-French drama. Gabriele now runs a successful antique appraisal company in Paris. He lives in a fine, automated apartment which his lover Claire compares to an impenetrable box. Gabriele is haunted by his troubled youth, which is presented through flashbacks. He and his baby brother Martino were bastards. Their father was the wealthy Giancarlo Giannini who already had a family. After Gabriele's feisty and independent mother died, he and his brother were taken into their father's home. Though living in luxury's lap, the now adolescent Gabriele was mistreated by his two hateful half-brothers. He eventually ran away from that house. This is the motive behind his revenge. But to get it he must return home and therefore, must face his past.
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Plot Summary
In a bizarre twist of fate, two souls find themselves intertwined across different timelines, haunted by the specter of the same woman. A man in the present day grapples with his impending demise, while a man in the past faces a similar predicament. Both are linked by the memory of a shared love, creating a poignant and darkly humorous exploration of life, death, and missed connections. The narrative weaves between these two parallel lives as they confront their mortality and the enduring power of love.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed but generally positive reception, particularly for its unique premise and the performances of its lead actors. Critics often highlighted the blend of comedy and melancholy, though some found the pacing uneven. Audiences appreciated the heartfelt themes and the touching, albeit unconventional, love story.
What Reviewers Say
- A charming and melancholic exploration of love and mortality.
- Features strong performances from its international cast.
- The unconventional narrative structure may not appeal to all viewers.
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Fun Fact
This film was one of Massimo Troisi's final performances before his death in June 1994, though the film was released posthumously in 1995.
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