My Friends

"They played together, they drank together, they whorekistand together and when the semiwattle was in crispation, they had a boobchik of a time!"

1975 2h 20m IT

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★8.1TMDB · 772

Comedy

Synopsis

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Four inseparable friends try to face their midlife crisis with daytrips and pranks at the expense of their families and the people around them.

“They played together, they drank together, they whorekistand together and when the semiwattle was in crispation, they had a boobchik of a time!”

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Cast

Ugo Tognazzi
Raffaello Mascetti
Gastone Moschin
Rambaldo Melandri
Philippe Noiret
Il Perozzi
Duilio Del Prete
Il Necchi
Adolfo Celi
Il Professor Sassaroli
Bernard Blier
Righi Niccolò
Marisa Traversi
Bruna, l'amante del Perozzi
Milena Vukotić
Alice Mascetti

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Mario Monicelli
Writers: Pietro Germi, Pietro Germi, Piero De Bernardi
Languages: Italian
Countries: Italy

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ERA

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51 years old — a genuine piece of film history.

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CINEMA

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Part of the "My Friends Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Mario Monicelli, shot by Luigi Kuveiller. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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DIRECTOR

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Original score by Carlo Rustichelli. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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DIRECTOR

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Editor Ruggero Mastroianni shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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CAST

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Ugo Tognazzi and Gastone Moschin and Philippe Noiret carry the top of the cast.

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FACT

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Marketing tagline: "They played together, they drank together, they whorekistand together and when the semiwattle was in crispation, they had a boobchik of a time!".

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IMDB entry: tt0072637 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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The take

Mario Monicelli directs. Luigi Kuveiller behind the camera. Carlo Rustichelli scores. Ruggero Mastroianni cuts. Produced in Italy. Dialogue in Italian.

Trivia

Things worth knowing

151 years old — a genuine piece of film history.
2Part of the "My Friends Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.
3Directed by Mario Monicelli, shot by Luigi Kuveiller. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
4Original score by Carlo Rustichelli. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
5Editor Ruggero Mastroianni shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
6Ugo Tognazzi and Gastone Moschin and Philippe Noiret carry the top of the cast.
7Marketing tagline: "They played together, they drank together, they whorekistand together and when the semiwattle was in crispation, they had a boobchik of a time!".
8IMDB entry: tt0072637 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

The technical file

Cinematography: Luigi Kuveiller
Original score: Carlo Rustichelli
Editing: Ruggero Mastroianni
Production design: Lorenzo Baraldi
Costume design: Giuditta Mafai
Makeup / hair: Franco Di Girolamo
Runtime: 140 min · 2h 20m
Status: Released
Original language: IT
Certification (US): R
IMDB: My Friends (1975)

Part of

My Friends Collection

This film collection celebrates the enduring friendships of various groups over the years. It highlights how these bonds navigate life's stages through humor and unconventional adventures, despite some morbid events. The films focus on friends' commitment to each other, showcasing their camaraderie through absurd pranks and shared experiences. While primarily comedic, the series tactfully addresses sensitive topics like illness and death through the lens of friendship, creating a unique blend of genres. This combination appeals to audiences who enjoy comedies and touching stories about friendship. The emotional impact is a mix of laughter and nostalgia, as viewers reflect on the value of deep friendships and the power of humor in difficult times.