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Malèna (2000)
7.4
Ratings: 7.4/10 from 32,462 users
Metascore:
54/100
Reviews: 197 user | 79 critic | 22 from Metacritic.com A woman provokes sensual awakenings in a group of adolescent boys. Director:Giuseppe Tornatore |
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Luciano Federico | ... |
Renato's Father
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Matilde Piana | ... |
Renato's Mother
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Pietro Notarianni | ... |
Professor Bonsignore
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Gaetano Aronica | ... |
Nino Scordia
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Gilberto Idonea | ... |
Avvocato Centorbi
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Angelo Pellegrino | ... |
Segretario politico
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Pippo Provvidenti | ... |
Dott. Cusimano
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Maria Terranova | ... |
Moglie Dott. Cusimano
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Marcello Catalano | ... |
Lieutenant Cadel
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Elisa Morucci | ... |
Lupetta
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Domenico Gennaro | ... |
Farmacista
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Vitalba Andrea | ... |
Moglie farmacista
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Storyline
On the day in 1940 that Italy enters the war, two things happen to the 12-year-old Renato: he gets his first bike, and he gets his first look at Malèna. She is a beautiful, silent outsider who's moved to this Sicilian town to be with her husband, Nico. He promptly goes off to war, leaving her to the lustful eyes of the men and the sharp tongues of the women. During the next few years, as Renato grows toward manhood, he watches Malèna suffer and prove her mettle. He sees her loneliness, then grief when Nico is reported dead, the effects of slander on her relationship with her father, her poverty and search for work, and final humiliations. Will Renato learn courage from Malèna and stand up for her? Written by <jhailey@hotmail.com>
Plot Summary | Plot SynopsisTaglines:
She was too young to be a widow, and too beautiful to be alone. Every man wanted to have her. One boy risked everything to protect her. See more »Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for sexuality/nudity, language and some violence See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Release Date:
(Italy) See more »Also Known As:
Malena See more »Box Office
Opening Weekend:
$62,282 (USA) (25 December 2000) (33 Screens)Gross:
$3,429,045 (USA) (1 April 2001)Company Credits
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Technical Specs
Runtime:
| USA: (heavily cut) | Turkey: (TV version) | Denmark:Sound Mix:
Dolby DigitalAspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1
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Written by Giovanni D'Anzi and Michele Galdieri
Performed by Lina Termini See more »
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Goofs
Continuity: Nino's position changes when he falls to the ground after he is hit. He is first on his left, then more on his back. His position relative to the steps also appears to change. See more »Quotes
Renato's Father: [regarding Renato's incessant and loud masturbation sessions at night] You are going to go blind!See more »
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The movie is dedicated to Tornatore's Father See more »Soundtracks
"Ma l'amore no"Written by Giovanni D'Anzi and Michele Galdieri
Performed by Lina Termini See more »
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