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Plot

A family history is recalled by the venerable patriarch Carlo (Vittorio Gassman) as he prepares to celebrate his 80th birthday. Young Carlo (Andrea Massimo) marries Beatrice (Stefania Sandrelli) in 1926 but later has an illicit affair with her bohemian artist sister Adriana (Fanny Ardant). Fascism, World War II, and the raising of children and grandchildren mark the passing of a lifetime. Old Carlo lives with his grandson where his recollections are interrupted by the gentle nagging of his beloved Beatrice. This feature received an Oscar nomination in 1987 for "Best Foreign Film."
MPAA Rating:
PG
Genre(s):
Drama
Run Time:
128min.
Theatrical Release Date:
02/08/2004
Distributor(s):
Independent Artists
Director(s):
Ettore Scola
Starring:
Vittorio Gassman , Fanny Ardant , Stefania Sandrelli , Andrea Occhipinti , Alberto Gimignani
Themes:
Family Gatherings
Tone:
Sentimental,Talky,Reflective,Nostalgic
Keywords:
Fascism,extramarital-affair,family,grandson,patriarch,sister-in-law,war
Country of Origin:
Italy (01-22-1987),USA (01-22-1988)
Language:
Italian