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Roberto Benigni

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The 20 Best Italian Actors of All Time

June 27, 2023December 14, 2022 by WeirdItaly

A list of Famed Italian Actors Throughout History Related articles: The Best Italian Directors Italian cinema is known for its rich history and renowned actors. … Read more

Categories Featured, Italian Cinema, Italian People Tags italian cinema, Marcello Mastroianni, Roberto Benigni, Sophia Loren
il-mostro

The Monster

July 8, 2022 by WeirdItaly

Loris is mistaken for a serial murderer after a string of odd activities. Jessica, an undercover cop, will try to persuade him to commit murder. … Read more

Categories Comedy, Crime Tags Roberto Benigni
Johnny Stecchino

Johnny Stecchino 

July 8, 2022 by WeirdItaly

A good-hearted but stupid moron who enjoys stealing bananas is mistaken for a snitch fleeing from the mafia. Johnny Stecchino is a comedy film made … Read more

Categories Comedy, Crime Tags Roberto Benigni
little-devil

The Little Devil

July 8, 2022 by WeirdItaly

During an exorcism, Father Maurice encounters Giuditta, a small demon who refuses to return to hell and instead wishes to explore the earth. The Little … Read more

Categories Comedy, Fantasy, Romance Tags John Lurie, Nicoletta Braschi, Roberto Benigni, Stefania Sandrelli, Walter Matthau
life-is-beautiful

Life is Beautiful

July 8, 2022 by WeirdItaly

When an open-minded Jewish waiter and his kid become Holocaust victims, he employs a perfect combination of determination, humor, and creativity to defend his son … Read more

Categories Comedy, Drama, History, War Tags Roberto Benigni, WWII
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Nothing Left to Do but Cry

July 8, 2022 by WeirdItaly

In the 1980s, two pals mysteriously awaken in the 15th century and attempt clumsily to integrate into the society of the period. Non ci resta … Read more

Categories Comedy, Fantasy, History, Science Fiction Tags Massimo Troisi, Roberto Benigni
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Roberto Benigni

July 8, 2022 by WeirdItaly

Roberto Remigio Benigni Cavaliere di Gran Croce (born October 27, 1952) is a comedian, actor, screenwriter, and director from Italy. He achieved international acclaim for … Read more

Categories Italian Actresses & Actors Tags Roberto Benigni

Farewell to Enrico Berlinguer

June 28, 2022July 30, 2020 by WeirdItaly

A film about Enrico Berlinguer’s funeral in Rome, briefly tracing his career as leader of the Italian Communist Party. WeirdItalyWeird Italy, Guide to Unusual & … Read more

Categories Documentary Tags Bernardo Bertolucci, Roberto Benigni
Poster for the movie "The Voice of the Moon"

The Voice of the Moon

June 28, 2022July 12, 2020 by WeirdItaly

Returning to themes initially explored in La strada (1954), Fellini creates a story about the soul whispers that only madmen and vagabonds can hear. Federico … Read more

Categories Comedy, Drama Tags federico fellini, Roberto Benigni

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When Fascists Dictated Pronouns

Names, Words, and Pronouns: Italianization Under Fascist Rule

Italianization and Linguistic Policies during Fascist Italy. Caption of the cartoon in the featur…
Mithraic relief, Tauroctony, about 160 CE, Royal Ontario Museum

Ancient Roman Magic and Superstition: Superstitions and Mystical Symbols

Magic and Religion in the Roman Society. In ancient Roman society, the realms of magic and supers…
Apartment Living in Rome: Insulae Life and Culture

Apartment Living in Rome: Insulae Life and Culture

Ancient Rome's Urban Dwelling: Insulae's Daily Life and Culture. In the bustling city of ancient …
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Roman Vacations: Leisure and Pleasure in Ancient Times

How Ancient Romans Spent Their Holidays. The Roman Empire, which spanned from Western Europe to p…
A Marriage in the Moon, 1910, Pioneering Italian Sci-Fi

“A Marriage in the Moon” (1910): A Pioneering Italian Sci-Fi Gem

"A Marriage in the Moon" – Italy's Early Foray into Sci-Fi Cinema. In 1910, Italian cinema offere…

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Enrico Novelli, Yambo life and works

Italy’s Sci-Fi Pioneer: The Story of Yambo’s Impact on Literature and Cinema

Italy's Early 20th Century Sci-Fi Renaissance and Yambo's Role. Enrico de’ Conti Novelli da Berti…
Italian General's Controversial Book Triggers Debate and Probe

General Vannacci’s Book Sparks National Debate and Official Inquiry in Italy

Government's Divided Response to Vannacci's Controversial Narratives. From statements like "dear …
Sardinia Wildfires

Evidence of Intentional Fire-Starting in Recent Sardinia Blazes

Sardinia Wildfires: Investigative Insights into Causes Sardinia - Recent wildfires that tore thro…
Daily Mediterranean Detrended Surface Temperature

Unprecedented Maritime Heatwave Grips Mediterranean

Heatwave in Italy: Mediterranean Sea at Record-Breaking Highs. An unprecedented maritime heatwave…
Why is Italy not using cloud seeding to combat the extreme temperatures

Why Italy does not use cloud seeding to combat extreme temperatures

Heatwave Sweeps Across Southern Europe. As temperatures continue to soar across Italy, the nation…
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An Imperial Age Square Revealed from Recent Excavations in Nora

An architectural marvel from the middle imperial era has been unearthed during the latest archaeolog…
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