Directed by Vittorio De Sica | Italy, France | 102 mins

Italian with English subtitles

When Domenico first meets Filomena in Naples during World War II, he's instantly captivated. Fast forward to the postwar era, they reunite, sparking a passionate affair that lasts for two decades. As Filomena becomes Domenico's mistress, she discovers his intention to marry someone else, leading her to become resolute in her determination to make him her husband. She devises a series of outlandish plans in an attempt to win him back.

Director Vittorio De Sica reunites two beloved actors for Marriage Italian Style. The film earned a Best Actress Oscar nomination for Sophia Loren, along with De Sica’s fifth nomination for Best Foreign Language Film.

Rated PG for language that may offend, nudity, and substance use.

Part of our Chemistry: Italian Style Series.

Presented in collaboration with the Calgary Italian Cultural Centre.

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