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FF.SS. cioè '...che mi hai portato a fare sopra a Posillipo se non mi vuoi più bene?'
Based on a supposed screenplay by Fellini that fell out of a window, Arbore tells the southern story of a shaggy-haired Neapolitan girl, a toilet attendant, who arrives in the foggy north to become a singer, and whom he becomes her boorish manager.
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Plot Summary
The film is a musical comedy that follows the misadventures of a group of aspiring musicians and performers. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Naples, the story intertwines romantic entanglements, comedic misunderstandings, and a quest for fame. It features numerous musical numbers and showcases the distinctive Neapolitan culture and humor.
Critical Reception
This film is primarily remembered as a vehicle for Renzo Arbore's popular television persona and his eclectic musical tastes. While it garnered significant attention for its stars and its connection to popular Italian music of the era, critical reviews often noted its loose narrative structure and reliance on Arbore's improvisational style, which may not have appealed to all.
What Reviewers Say
A quirky and musically rich comedy deeply rooted in Neapolitan culture.
Relies heavily on the charm and improvisational humor of its lead, Renzo Arbore.
May be more enjoyable for fans of Arbore and Italian musical comedies than for general audiences due to its unconventional structure.
Google audience: Audience reception for this film is difficult to gauge through modern platforms, but it was generally seen as a fun, star-driven musical comedy that captured the spirit of its time and its Neapolitan setting.
Fun Fact
The film's unconventional title is a direct quote from a popular Neapolitan song and reflects the movie's lighthearted and slightly nonsensical comedic tone.
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