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Mambo Italiano
2003
The son of Italian immigrants to Canada struggles to find the best way to reveal to his parents that he's gay. Read more
| Starring | Luke Kirby, Ginette Reno, Paul Sorvino, Mary Walsh |
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| Director | Emile Gaudreault |
| Genres | Comedy, Gay/Lesbian |
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Critics' reviews (4)
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The dramatic impetus of this adaptation of Steve Galluccio's hit stage comedy is provided by wannabe TV writer Luke Kirby's gradual acceptance of his homosexuality. However, the thematic emphasis is firmly on the socio-cultural mores of Kirby's traditionalist Italian family. It's a pity, therefore, that both Paul Sorvino (as Kirby's father) and Mary Walsh (as the mother of Kirby's Italian-Canadian policeman lover) overdo the ethnic caricatures as they strive to come to terms with the relationship of their sons. The gay helpline interludes are neat and Claudia Ferri is neurotically acerbic as Kirby's sister, but both the social commentary and the sitcom-style humour lack bite.
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If youve had enough of Italian-American celluloid stereotypes, this would-be feelgood offering gives you the... read more on Time Out
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Very funny... riotous... like My Big Fat Gay Italian Wedding
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Most helpful members' reviews (3)
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19 out of 20 people found this review helpful
VERY Funny
Don't let the gay subject matter put you off - this isn't a gay film full of in-joke about being gay as much as it is about Italian families.
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14 out of 14 people found this review helpful
[Highly rated reviewer]
Fairly predictable but enjoyable enough
At first I didn’t enjoy this film at all: the camply overdramatised style, delivery and design were all off-putting, the blend with realism seemed at times... more
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7 out of 9 people found this review helpful
Fantastic!
I may have to review my stock top5 movies of all time.. seriously, this is something special. I don't think it will make any difference to your enjoyment ... more
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Most recent members' reviews (2)
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14 out of 14 people found this review helpful
[Highly rated reviewer]
Fairly predictable but enjoyable enough
At first I didn’t enjoy this film at all: the camply overdramatised style, delivery and design were all off-putting, the blend with realism seemed at times... more
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7 out of 9 people found this review helpful
Fantastic!
I may have to review my stock top5 movies of all time.. seriously, this is something special. I don't think it will make any difference to your enjoyment ... more
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19 out of 20 people found this review helpful
VERY Funny
Don't let the gay subject matter put you off - this isn't a gay film full of in-joke about being gay as much as it is about Italian families.
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14 out of 14 people found this review helpful
[Highly rated reviewer]
Fairly predictable but enjoyable enough
At first I didn’t enjoy this film at all: the camply overdramatised style, delivery and design were all off-putting, the blend with realism seemed at times... more
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7 out of 9 people found this review helpful
Fantastic!
I may have to review my stock top5 movies of all time.. seriously, this is something special. I don't think it will make any difference to your enjoyment ... more
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful
Excellent Movie for a Sunday Aft/Eve
I can't remember why I decided to rent this film, but I'm glad I did - perfect for a sunday after the night before. Smart, but not necessarily original... more
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful
A Real and yet unreal film about Coming Out
This film has colour and this film has a healthy dish of real Italian family cooking - you know the sort that simmers for a lifetime and tastes lousy and tasty ... more
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1 out of 1 person found this review helpful
Light Hearted Entertainment
This is an excellent viewing if you want to sit back and relax through a light hearted comedy. The issues touched on by this movie can relate to cultures other ... more
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1 out of 1 person found this review helpful
Amusing film - not to everyones taste
Amusing film about the dilemma a young gay man faces in a Canadian Italian environment. Some good laughs but drags on a bit.
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FANTASTIC FOR EVERYONE
This is a brilliant film, packed with great one-liners. It is spot on with all of its jokes, most of them giving a real (and hilarious) insight into Italian ... more
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so-so
Not a bad film. Lacks character development but some good lines. The parents are good - the married gay guy tended to over-act.
Critics' reviews (4)
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The dramatic impetus of this adaptation of Steve Galluccio's hit stage comedy is provided by wannabe TV writer Luke Kirby's gradual acceptance of his homosexuality. However, the thematic emphasis is firmly on the socio-cultural mores of Kirby's traditionalist Italian family. It's a pity, therefore, that both Paul Sorvino (as Kirby's father) and Mary Walsh (as the mother of Kirby's Italian-Canadian policeman lover) overdo the ethnic caricatures as they strive to come to terms with the relationship of their sons. The gay helpline interludes are neat and Claudia Ferri is neurotically acerbic as Kirby's sister, but both the social commentary and the sitcom-style humour lack bite.
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If youve had enough of Italian-American celluloid stereotypes, this would-be feelgood offering gives you the... read more on Time Out
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Very funny... riotous... like My Big Fat Gay Italian Wedding
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Hilarious.. frantically funny
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Mambo Italiano
The son of Italian immigrants to Canada struggles to find the best way to reveal to his parents that he's gay....
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76.2% from 8 members
