This is an Italian movie filmed mostly in a condo in Rome. Gianni (Gianni Di Gregorio, who wrote, directed and stars in the film) lives in his condo with his mom, and we learn most of what we need to know about him in the opening scene. He is patiently reading The Three Musketeers to mom, and she is quizzing him about the appearance of D'Artagnan. Gianni is infinitely patient. I would say he is in his late 50's or 60's and mom is in her 90's.
Gianni and his mom have a big problem: he is unemployed and hasn't paid his bills (utilities, etc., in years). The condo administrator shows up and offers a trade. He will forgive the bills if Gianni watches his mother, too, over the August 15 holiday. Gianni agrees, and the condo-guy shows up not just with his mom, but his aunt as well. Then Gianni's doctor stops by and pretty soon his mother is also in the apartment.
This is a very short movie about Gianni and the interaction of the four older woman. At first they squabble, but then they start having fun. This movie is about the pleasure of interaction and joy of friends. It is only 75 minutes, and there is very little action; this movie is conversation and food. If you need action, pass. If you want to end up with a smile on your face, this will work.
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