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Mediterraneo

1991 · 96 min · Director: Gabriele Salvatores

Mediterraneo (1991) is a comedy, directed by Gabriele Salvatores. It stars Diego Abatantuono and Claudio Bigagli. It unfolds against the backdrop of World War II. The 96-minute film holds an audience score of 7.6/10.

What Mediterraneo Is About

Gabriele Salvatores's 1991 film follows Italian soldiers sent to a small Greek island during the Second World War. The island appears empty. When their radio breaks they are cut off from the world. The film leaves the war entirely outside; the narrative gives being forgotten as a kind of freedom. It won the Academy Award for best foreign language film. It was shot in Greece. The tone is warm and nostalgic. Who it's for: those who like quiet wartime comedy. Who it's not for: viewers expecting the effect of occupation on local people at the centre; the film passes over it lightly.

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What is Mediterraneo about?

Gabriele Salvatores's 1991 film follows Italian soldiers sent to a small Greek island during the Second World War. The island appears empty.

Where can I watch Mediterraneo?

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How long is Mediterraneo?

Mediterraneo runs for 96 minutes (1h 36m).

When did Mediterraneo come out?

Mediterraneo was released in 1991.

Who directed Mediterraneo?

Mediterraneo was directed by Gabriele Salvatores.

Who stars in Mediterraneo?

Mediterraneo stars Diego Abatantuono, Claudio Bigagli, Giuseppe Cederna, Claudio Bisio.

What is Mediterraneo's rating?

Mediterraneo holds 7.4/10 on IMDb and 7.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 74 out of 100.

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