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30/04/2008 Comedy 1h 15m
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Overview

Gianni is a middle-aged man living in Rome with his imposing and demanding elderly mother. His only outlet from her and the increasing debt into which they are sinking, are the increasingly frequent quiet sessions at the local tavern. As an Oriental saying goes, 'Moments of crisis are moments of opportunities'. These appear during the celebration of the holiday of Ferragosto on 15 August. That's when everybody leaves town to have fun. Opportunity knocks on Gianni's door in the most unexpected way.

  1. Gianni Di Gregorio

    Director, Writer

  2. Simone Riccardini

    Writer

Top billed cast

  1. Gianni Di Gregorio

    Gianni

  2. Valeria De Franciscis

    Valeria (Gianni's Mother)

  3. Maria Calì

    Tia Maria (Alfonso's Aunt)

  4. Grazia Cesarini Sforza

    Grazia (Marcello's Mother)

  5. Marina Cacciotti

    Maria (Alfonso's Mother)

  6. Luigi Marchetti

    Vikingo

  7. Alfonso Santagata

    Alfonso

  8. Marcello Ottolenghi

    Marcello (Doctor)

  9. Petre Rosu

    Barbone

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Full Cast & Crew

Reviews

A review by FerdinandoLM
Written by FerdinandoLM on 2026-06-30
Mid August Lunch divides with its minimalist approach. While some viewers would dismiss the narrative as forgettable and pointless, arguing it lacks real emotional weight, others celebrate its undeniable charm. The movie avoids a caustic perspective on aging, choosing instead to present a gentle, leisurely look at a man managing a lively group of older women. It succeeds as a saddening slice of Italian life.

A very modest production, yet truly engaging.
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Status
Released

Original Language
Italian

Budget
$500,000.00

Revenue
$9,524,517.00

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