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27/10/2000 Drama 1h 48m
75
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Too young to be a widow, too beautiful to be alone.

Overview

12-year-old Renato experiences three significant events on the same day: the beginning of the Second World War, getting a bike, and witnessing the arrival of the gorgeous Malèna. Through his eyes, we see the curse of beauty and loneliness of Malena, whose husband is presumed dead, and, through his soul, we see his love for her.

  1. Giuseppe Tornatore

    Director

Top billed cast

  1. Monica Bellucci

    Malèna Scordia

  2. Giuseppe Sulfaro

    Renato Amoroso

  3. Luciano Federico

    Renato's Father

  4. Matilde Piana

    Renato's Mother

  5. Pietro Notarianni

    Prof. Bonsignore

  6. Gaetano Aronica

    Nino Scordia

  7. Gilberto Idonea

    Centorbi, the Lawyer

  8. Angelo Pellegrino

    Political Secretary

  9. Gabriella Di Luzio

    Baron's Lover

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Reviews

A review by TheRealMina
Written by TheRealMina on 2023-07-12
This movie is a masterpiece of storytelling. It explores the themes of loss, grief, and growing up in a captivating way that resonates with anyone who has faced challenges in life. It balances the drama with moments of humor, especially in the interactions between the young boy and his father, who have a realistic and touching bond. The ending was satisfying and emotional. The movie also excels in its visual aspects, with stunning cinematography, art direction, and setting that create a vivid atmosphere of the Sicilian culture and lifestyle of the time period in which the movie is set. The cas...read the rest
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Status
Released

Original Language
Italian

Budget
$0.00

Revenue
$14,493,284.00

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