SummaryEverybody Wants to be Italian tells the story of Jake Bianski, a handsome fishmonger still stuck on ex-girlfriend Isabella despite the fact that she left him eight years ago and is now married with three children. Fed up with their depressive pal’s unwillingness to let go of the past, Jake’s work friends set him up on a blind date with a smart, g... Read More
Directed By:Jason Todd Ipson
Written By:Jason Todd Ipson
Everybody Wants to Be Italian
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The film plays out pretty much exactly as you would expect - which won't bother some people one iota.
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Full of clunky humor, battle-of-the-sexes musings and spicy accordion music, Everybody Wants to Be Italian is relentless - but not necessarily relentless fun.
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A clumsy but inoffensive romantic comedy.
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Features annoying characters navigating unbelievable situations.
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So awash in tired ethnic clichés that the story drowns.
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As for that title, neither character is Italian, but each thinks the other is - a weak device designed purely to inspire a slew of stereotypes.
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Less a movie than a charm offensive beamed at those who thought "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" was a masterpiece.
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Jul 6, 2024
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It is a beautiful movie full of beautiful and funny events. It's a good comedy that makes people laugh by showing silly things and making fun of ordinary life events. Apart from laughing after watching this movie, it seems to be the kind of movie that ends with a good feeling and understanding.
Production Company:
- Asgaard Entertainment
- Brynhilde Productions
Release Date:Sep 5, 2008
Duration:1 h 45 m
Rating:R
Tagline:When it comes to love... it's always better to be Italian.
