In pre-World War II Sicily, just as the fascists come to power, two men fall in love with the same woman. The changes in their country's politics ultimately take all three on a journey across the ocean to New York City.
Direction
Wertmüller's signature maximalist style cranked to eleven.
Acting
Mastroianni and Giannini devour scenery; Loren is luminous.
Costume
Sicilian poverty to New York opulence, all period-perfect.
Director
Lina Wertmüller
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was Wertmüller's first English-language production, bankrolled by American producer Lew Grade who reportedly fought her constantly over the film's excessive runtime and budget.
The film flopped spectacularly in America, with critics calling it 'Fellini without the genius'—but it's become a fascinating case study in Wertmüller's uncompromising vision clashing with Hollywood expectations.
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