Roseanna's Grave

In a small Italian village, the local doctor, Marcello, is deeply in love with the beautiful widow Roseanna. However, Roseanna is also in love with the handsome and wealthy local bar owner. Determined to win her affection, Marcello concocts a plan to convince Roseanna that she is gravely ill, hoping to elicit sympathy and declare his love before she potentially 'passes away'. His elaborate scheme involves a variety of humorous mishaps and misunderstandings.

Roseanna's Grave received a mixed reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its lighthearted romantic comedy elements and the performances of its leads, others found the plot to be overly simplistic and predictable. The film was generally seen as a charming but unremarkable entry in the romantic comedy genre.

• The film relies heavily on its charming cast to overcome a predictable and often silly plot.
• Jean Reno and Meg Ryan share some pleasant chemistry, but it's not enough to elevate the material.
• A light and breezy, if forgettable, romantic comedy with a European flair.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be an enjoyable and lighthearted romantic comedy, appreciating the chemistry between the main actors and the charming setting. However, some viewers felt the plot was a bit too simplistic and predictable, leading to a rating that reflects moderate enjoyment rather than overwhelming praise.

The film was originally intended to be a vehicle for Gérard Depardieu and Meg Ryan, but Depardieu was replaced by Jean Reno shortly before filming began.