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By Mieke VanderBorght
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Silly hijinks help greedy family learn in edgy comedy.
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Poveri ma ricchissimi
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What's the Story?
POVERI MA RICCHISSIMI (the sequel to Poveri ma ricchi) revisits the Tucci family, only to find Grandma Nicoletta (Anna Mazzamauro) on her deathbed. To cheer her up, Kevi (Giulio Bartolomei), the youngest -- and cleverest -- of the family, reveals that he secretly hid the family's lottery winnings, previously believed to have been stolen. In an effort to avoid paying taxes on their newfound riches, the family attempts to turn their small town into an independent tax haven. At first, they have fun abolishing and making new laws. But soon the family starts to struggle as they navigate running a new -- albeit small -- country and learn that money doesn't necessarily bring happiness.
Is It Any Good?
The Tucci family may not be the smartest or most likable bunch, but their adventures do provide some decent laughs. From the dimwitted dad, Danilo (Christian De Sica), to the airhead mom, Loredana (Lucia Ocone), each character in
Poveri ma ricchissimi is an exaggerated caricature of a ridiculous personality. Yet the characters do grow. For example, Danilo discovers what's truly important in life, and Loredana turns out to be craftier than she seems. And everyone in the family learns that being happy together is more rewarding than having millions in the bank
A subplot adds another feel good message about redemption, as brother Marcello (Enrico Brignano) learns to trust his newly released-from-prison father-in-law. There are predictable, eye-rolling, plot twists. But there are also clever critiques on society and the world today. Together, they make for a movie that sometimes aims low but manages to amuse nonetheless.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about what lessons the Tucci family learns in Poveri ma ricchissimi. Can people who've made mistakes in the past change?
How is sex portrayed in the movie? If teens have questions, discuss the references to BDSM. What's the best way to talk about sex in media?
What might you do with lottery winnings? How might suddenly becoming rich change your life? Would you use your wealth to make an impact on the world? Why, or why not?
Are the characters realistic? Do they rely on stereotypes? What might the effects of stereotyping be?
Movie Details
- In theaters : December 14, 2017
- On DVD or streaming : April 12, 2017
- Cast : Christian De Sica , Enrico Brignano , Lucia Ocone
- Director : Fausto Brizzi
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s)
- Studios : Wildside , Warner Bros.
- Genre : Comedy
- Run time : 94 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : November 13, 2019
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