Love, Money and Philosophy
Love, Money and Philosophy

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Love, Money and Philosophy

1996
Movie
103 min
Italian

Stefano, a philosophy grad student without a future, tries to commit suicide after his girlfriend leaves him. He is saved by Giulio, a wisecracking plumber who takes him home and teaches him the tricks of the trade. When Lucia, a woman disappointed in both men and conventional jobs who has started to work as a prostitute, calls them to repair a sink, for Stefano it's love at first sight.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Philip WaddiloveGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A struggling musician finds himself torn between his ambition and his love for a woman who doesn't share his passion. As he navigates the complexities of the music industry and his personal life, he must make difficult choices that will shape his future.

Critical Reception

Love, Money and Philosophy received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many citing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to a limited theatrical run and minimal impact on the box office.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a generic storyline that fails to engage.

  • Performances are largely uninspired, failing to create any emotional connection.

  • Despite a romantic premise, the chemistry between the leads is notably absent.

Google audience: Audience feedback for Love, Money and Philosophy is scarce, with no significant trends or common points of praise or criticism readily available.

Fun Fact

The film features a soundtrack composed by the lead actor, Gary Miller, who was also a musician in real life.

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