Name: Una storia qualunque
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Rating: 7.7
Cast: Nino Manfredi, Bruno Wolkowitch, Agnese Nano

"Una Storia Qualunque" tells the story of a man who was considered guilty of murdering his wife and spent 30 years in jail. Now an old man, he wants to find his family and prove them his innocence, with the help of a lawyer (Wolkowitch). As they work to find the real murderer, Michele (Manfredi) tries to get along with the people who are actually his son and daughter.

The movie blends suspense with comedy, drama and many memorable moments. Nino Manfredi steals the show with his subtle yet beautiful performance. Even if a bit too long (195 minutes), the movie has a great plot which keeps the movie to the end. Spotlight on the beautiful final scene.

9/10

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Agnese Nano in Una storia qualunque (2000)

Bruno Wolkowitch in Una storia qualunque (2000)

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