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'O tuono 'e marzo
Sofia, Don Saverio's sister, confesses to her brother that she was the victim of a fateful event: while she accompanied her brother to Rome, while he was resting at a hotel, a terrible storm broke out during the night, accompanied by thunder and lightning. Frightened, she left her room to seek refuge in her brother's, when, after the lights went out, she accidentally entered a stranger's room in the darkness and fainted from fear of a violent clap of thunder. The unknown individual seized the opportunity and took advantage of her. From that turbulent encounter, Don Felice Sciosciammocca was born, Sofia's illegitimate son, now engaged to Marietta, Don Saverio's daughter.
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Plot Summary
A young man named Pasquale is sent to Naples to work as a tutor for the daughter of a wealthy family. He finds himself in a chaotic situation involving his employer's wife, his own girlfriend, and a series of comedic misunderstandings.
Critical Reception
This is a typical Italian sex comedy from the 1970s, often criticized for its lowbrow humor and simplistic plot, but it found a considerable audience among viewers who enjoyed the genre's escapism and recurring comedic actors. While not critically acclaimed, it's remembered as part of a popular era of Italian cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Features a parade of slapstick and risqué situations typical of the genre.
Relies heavily on the comedic performances of its lead actors.
A lighthearted, albeit predictable, comedy focused on romantic entanglements.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the nostalgic value of the film, with many viewers appreciating the simple humor and the performances of the comedic cast members. Some mention it as a classic example of Italian 'commedia sexy all'italiana'.
Fun Fact
The film is part of a cycle of Italian comedies that often featured similar actors and comedic tropes, catering to a specific audience with its blend of humor and suggestive themes.
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