Two-faced
Karima lives a happy and stable life with her husband, Qadri, but during the lunar days her personality changes and she turns into a Bedouin personality because of a man's attempt to rape her on a moonlit night when she was young and she was wearing Bedouin acting clothes, so she goes to where the Bedouins live in the Haram Desert. She falls in love with Wael, who loves her back and marries her. Qadri becomes suspicious of his wife's behavior.
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Plot Summary
Giovanni Garbuglia, a cunning thief, is released from prison after serving time for a crime he didn't commit. He immediately begins plotting revenge against the man who framed him. Along the way, he encounters a series of colorful characters and finds himself in increasingly absurd situations as he tries to navigate the criminal underworld and uncover the truth.
Critical Reception
Two-Faced was generally met with a mixed reception. While some critics praised its comedic elements and Manfredi's performance, others found the plot convoluted and the humor inconsistent. Audiences seemed to enjoy the lighthearted crime caper aspect.
What Reviewers Say
- Appreciated for its witty dialogue and Manfredi's charismatic lead.
- Criticized for a somewhat predictable plot and uneven pacing.
- Enjoyed as a charming, albeit lightweight, Italian crime-comedy.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's humorous situations and Nino Manfredi's comedic talent, with many finding it an entertaining watch for its era.
Fun Fact
The film is also known by its Italian title, "Geometra Garbuglia, uno incensurato tutto da calculare," which roughly translates to "Surveyor Garbuglia, an Unconvicted Man All to Calculate."
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