Quasi fratelli
Quasi fratelli

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Quasi fratelli

1998
Movie
18 min
Italian

A Donatello award winning short drama about the young Carlotta who stops off on her way to be married to see her ageing grandfather whom she hasn't seen for many years.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Enrico OldoiniGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Two lifelong friends, Massimo and Christian, find themselves in a comical rivalry when they both fall for the same woman, Isabella. As they attempt to woo her, their differing personalities and constant one-upmanship lead to a series of hilarious misunderstandings and chaotic situations. The film follows their escapades as they try to outdo each other, often with disastrously funny results, in their pursuit of love and friendship.

Critical Reception

Quasi fratelli received a mixed to positive reception, largely appreciated for its lighthearted comedic tone and the chemistry between its lead actors, Massimo Boldi and Christian De Sica, who were a popular comedic duo in Italian cinema during that era. While not a critical darling, it was a commercial success, resonating with audiences who enjoyed its slapstick humor and familiar comedic tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the comedic timing and chemistry of its lead actors, Massimo Boldi and Christian De Sica.

  • Appreciated for its lighthearted and entertaining comedic style, characteristic of Italian 'cinepanettone' films.

  • Felt by some critics to be formulaic and relying heavily on predictable gags.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available for this specific title. However, films starring Boldi and De Sica from this period typically catered to a broad audience looking for uncomplicated humor and escapism, often performing well commercially.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Massimo Boldi and Christian De Sica starred together in numerous successful comedies during the 1990s and early 2000s, often referred to as 'cinepanettoni' due to their frequent release around Christmas time.

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A young woman en route to her own wedding arrives at an elderly folks' care home where she seeks her estranged grandfather "Andrea" (Renato Carpentieri). There's no-one manning the reception desk so she does a bit of detective work then set...