Pazzo d'amore

Synopsis

"Pazzo d'amore" (1999) is an Italian romantic comedy that weaves a tale of quirky love and eccentric characters in a lighthearted setting. Starring Laura Chiatti, the film delves into the complexities of passionate affection and the humorous situations that arise from unusual romantic entanglements. Set against a vibrant backdrop, the story captures the chaos and charm of relationships driven by fervent emotions. It explores themes of love's irrationality and the wild rollercoaster of feelings that can invert logic and reason, delivering a blend of comedy and romance characteristic of late 90s Italian cinema.

Cast

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  Laura Chiatti

  Roberta

• Luciano Caldore

  Marco

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  Marisa Merlini

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  Lorenzo Flaherty

• Stefano Calvagna

Reviews

The reception for "Pazzo d'amore" has been predominantly mixed to negative, as reflected in its IMDb user rating of 4.2/10. Critics from several small Italian film review outlets noted that while Laura Chiatti offered a spirited performance, the film's narrative suffered from pacing issues and a lack of depth in character development. Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic do not list ratings for this title, indicating its limited international release and exposure. Some reviewers appreciated the comedic attempts and the charm of the Italian setting, with one local critique highlighting its "authentic attempt to blend humor and romance, albeit with uneven execution." However, many found the plot predictable and the humor sometimes failing to land, suggesting it fell short compared to contemporary romantic comedies. Overall, "Pazzo d'amore" is often seen as a niche film that might appeal more to particular audiences enthusiastic about Italian cinema of that era rather than a broad international crowd.

See also

Titanic

Inside Out

Zootopia

Ex Machina