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House husband Gianni has many things to worry about while his retirement slips by doing boring chores for his wife, mother, daughter and pretty neighbour. But romance is not one of them. One day his old friend Alfonso, inspired by his own sexual escapades, decides it s time for Gianni to get a girlfriend and reaquiant himself with some of life s pleasure. Directed by and starring Gianni De Gregorio, this is a delightful comedy featuring the characters from the indie hit Mid-August Lunch .
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: Italian ( Dolby Digital 5.1 ), Italian ( Dolby Digital Stereo ), English ( Subtitles ), WIDESCREEN (1.78:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: Cast/Crew Interview(s), Interactive Menu, Scene Access, Trailer(s), SYNOPSIS: House husband Gianni has many things to worry about while his retirement slips by doing boring chores for his wife, mother, daughter and pretty neighbour. But romance is not one of them. One day his old friend Alfonso, inspired by his own sexual escapades, decides it's time for Gianni to get a girlfriend and reaquiant himself with some of life's pleasure. Directed by and starring Gianni De Gregorio, this is a delightful comedy featuring the characters from the indie hit 'Mid-August Lunch'. SCREENED/AWARDED AT: David Donatello Awards, ...The Salt of Life ( Gianni e le donne ) ( Il sale della vita )
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By Cole Thornton
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Just saw this today. Lovely film from the director of Mid-August Lunch in which he again plays the leading role - a man turning 60 who feels his life slipping away from him - now he is a man that no-one under 30 really notices. Has the same pace, acute observation, the love of locale and the sense of Italian society as the earlier film (but many more pretty girls!) however maybe not quite the wit and humour. There was one titter and one genuine laugh from the audience so it is not a comedy in the traditional sense. And it is a sadder film too - I won't reveal any of the plot but I left feeling I needed cheering up. But then that might have something to do with my age!
A very entertaining 90 minutes, though, and if I hadn't liked his earlier film so much I would have given it 5 stars.
A very entertaining 90 minutes, though, and if I hadn't liked his earlier film so much I would have given it 5 stars.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By degrant
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It is a paradox that director/lead Gianni di Gregorio has, with "Mid-August Lunch" and this, "The Salt of Life", found success and acclaim playing a character called Gianni in his sixties for whom life appears to be stagnating or slipping by. "The Salt of Life" has many of the characteristics which made "Mid-August lunch" such a joy - the honesty, warmth, wonderful acting and resonance for many of us. However it is not quite as endearing and lacks one crucial aspect - "Mid-August Lunch" was a loving paean to Rome in all its glory and sun-baked beaut while here the setting of the Roman rione (or district) of Trastevere is less prominent and less celebrated and simply where the characters live.
Despite the similarity of the names of the characters of Gianni and his mother Valeria, the names are everyman names - here Gianni's mother lives in much greater splendour and Gianni is married (just about) and has a daughter. Di Gregorio's hangdog expression is still a delight and the projection for his consistent "virtues and flaws" as an ex says. While the film is quietly political about the situation for young people in Italy today, the real focus is on Gianni and his relationship with his mother, other females and, although less important, his wife and daughter. Gianni is the man for whom no one has a bad word and we will him success and happiness.
Overall, "The Salt of Life" is even more wistful than "Mid August Lunch" and its humour less vivid. While it did not leave as marked an impression as its predecessor, I recommend it strongly.
Despite the similarity of the names of the characters of Gianni and his mother Valeria, the names are everyman names - here Gianni's mother lives in much greater splendour and Gianni is married (just about) and has a daughter. Di Gregorio's hangdog expression is still a delight and the projection for his consistent "virtues and flaws" as an ex says. While the film is quietly political about the situation for young people in Italy today, the real focus is on Gianni and his relationship with his mother, other females and, although less important, his wife and daughter. Gianni is the man for whom no one has a bad word and we will him success and happiness.
Overall, "The Salt of Life" is even more wistful than "Mid August Lunch" and its humour less vivid. While it did not leave as marked an impression as its predecessor, I recommend it strongly.
By M
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This is as Gianni di Gregorio puts it in his interview quite 'an autobiographical film'.The action of the film is slow, it flows one would say even boringly slow, but in it its hidden simple life truth: Gianni's rather sad, philosophical observations that at a certain age men like him reaching 50 s-60 s are no longer of romantic and not only ,interest to younger women,women in prime of their lives.Observing some women be in while shopping in the market or women walking on the streets of Rome or having a drink in a bar he notices that some young women no longer reciprocate his smile or greetings or simple 'thank u'.He shares his observations/comments with his old friend Alfonso who has completely opposite view in these matters. Gianni's life revolves around demanding,eccentric mother ,not so affectionate wife and his daughter's ongoing relationship problems.We witness daily, ordinary life of people in Rome.Warm and natural film ,problems and life issues/situation with which many people can identify.Even the actors keep their authentic, original names on screen.I watched the film with a real pleasure and would recommend it : )
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Wonderful
One of the best romantic comedies I have ever seen. The Italian touch adds greater favour and a great finish off with music from The Pixies.
Published 2 months ago by james
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Good Story
Overall, my wife and I enjoyed the movie. Although, it was not as warm and funny as Pranzo di Ferragosto, it did have a good story and Gianni was as lovable as ever.
Published 4 months ago by John Schiavi
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Lifesaver... we missed this in the local theater and have been trying to find a way to see it for a couple months now. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mohan Krishnan
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Aging invisibly!
Although this film has much of the warmth of Mid-August Lunch [DVD], it doesn't have quite the same wit or humour. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Sue Kichenside
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A Slice of Life....
Saw - and enjoyed - this Italian comedy drama recently at our local Arts Centre film club. This rich slice of late middle aged Gianni's (Gianni de Gregorio, who is also the film's... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Tim Kidner
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Entertaining
Having thoroughly enjoyed the previous film in this series, Mid-August Lunch, I enjoyed this film but was a little disappointed as I found it less amusing. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Maggie
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salt of life
this dvd is very good would recomend haveing a look i found i quite fun and quite true to lifeand the chap does not lose his temper
Published 16 months ago by hambers man
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