I due carabinieri
I due carabinieri

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I due carabinieri

1984
Movie
115 min
Italian

Two deadbeat friends barely pass the entrance exam for the Carabinieri, the national gendarmerie of Italy, but love for the same woman gets in the way.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Carlo VerdoneGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Two mismatched Carabinieri are assigned to protect the American ambassador's daughter during her stay in Italy. Their contrasting personalities and chaotic methods lead to a series of hilarious mishaps and misunderstandings as they try to keep her safe while navigating the complexities of their mission and their own personal lives. The film follows their bumbling attempts at espionage and protection, resulting in increasingly absurd situations.

Critical Reception

I due carabinieri was a commercial success in Italy, appealing to audiences with its slapstick humor and the popular comedic pairing of Carlo Verdone and Francesco Nuti. While not a critical darling, it is remembered fondly as a lighthearted and entertaining comedy from the era, with many praising the actors' comedic timing and chemistry.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its comedic performances, particularly the dynamic between the leads.

  • Enjoyed for its lighthearted and often absurd humor.

  • Seen as a quintessential Italian comedy of the 1980s.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's comedic moments and the performances of Verdone and Nuti, noting it as a fun and entertaining watch.

Fun Fact

The film was a significant box office hit in Italy, cementing the comedic partnership between Carlo Verdone and Francesco Nuti, who were both very popular comedians at the time.

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