Movie spotlight
When In Rome
Set in a beautiful 15th century castle on the outskirts of Rome, Italy. An unsuspecting American tourist played by Eddie Stone travels to Europe for an adventure of a lifetime and ends up the victim of a mugging. With his passport, Euros and ID gone, Eddie is lured to the Italian castle by Joe Foster and soon finds out it is a sexual playground for gorgeous Italian men. A weekend of steamy encounters ends up with some hot twists and turns in the labyrinths of the grounds.
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Plot Summary
In a whimsical city inhabited by talking animals, a pampered pampered poodle named Princess is magically transported to Rome. She discovers a secret underworld filled with organized crime and unexpected romance. Princess must navigate this new world, aided by a street-smart stray dog, to find her way back home.
Critical Reception
When in Rome received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its humor hit-or-miss. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its unique animation style and voice cast, while others were put off by its nonsensical narrative.
What Reviewers Say
The animation style is praised for its unique, hand-drawn quality.
The voice performances are generally considered a highlight.
The plot is often criticized for being confusing and lacking coherence.
Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be visually interesting with good voice acting, but many were disappointed by a weak and convoluted storyline that failed to engage them.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a live-action adaptation of the popular Italian comic book character 'Lupo Alberto' before being re-imagined with a new story and characters.
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