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Tea with Mussolini (1999)

"A story of civilized disobedience"

6.419991h 57mEN
ComedyDramaWar

Directed by Franco Zeffirelli

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 57m

Language

EN

Release

March 25, 1999

Director

Franco Zeffirelli

Overview

In 1930s fascist Italy, adolescent Luca just lost his mother. His father, a callous businessman, sends him to be taken care of by British expatriate Mary Wallace. Mary and her cultured friends - including artist Arabella, young widow Elsa, and archaeologist Georgie - keep a watchful eye over the boy...

Cast

Maggie Smith

Maggie Smith

Lady Hester Random

Judi Dench

Judi Dench

Arabella

Joan Plowright

Joan Plowright

Mary Wallace

Cher

Cher

Elsa Strauss-Almerson

Lily Tomlin

Lily Tomlin

Georgina "Georgie" Rockwell

Baird Wallace

Baird Wallace

Luca

Charlie Lucas

Charlie Lucas

Luca (Child)

Michael Williams

Michael Williams

British Consul

Paul Chequer

Paul Chequer

Wilfred Random, aka Miss Lucy

Massimo Ghini

Massimo Ghini

Paolo

Paolo Seganti

Paolo Seganti

Vittorio Fanfanni

Tessa Pritchard

Tessa Pritchard

Connie Raynor

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Tea with Mussolini (1999), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In 1930s fascist Italy, adolescent Luca just lost his mother. His father, a callous businessman, sends him to be taken care of by British expatriate Mary Wallace. Mary and her cultured friends - including artist Arabella, young widow Elsa, and archaeologist Georgie - keep a watchful eye over the boy. But the women's cultivated lives take a dramatic turn when Allied forces declare war on Mussolini.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Tea with Mussolini. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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