My Friends Act II

1982 2h 10m IT

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7.6

BANGER

★7.6TMDB · 377

Comedy

Synopsis

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The four old friends meet on the grave of the fifth of them, Perozzi, who died at the end of the first episode. Time has passed but they are still up for adventures and cruel jokes, and while they recall the one they created together with the late friend, new ones are on their way, starting right there at the cemetery.

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Cast

Ugo Tognazzi
Il Conte Mascetti - Raffaello "Lello" Mascetti
Adolfo Celi
Professeur Sassaroli
Gastone Moschin
Il Melandri - Architetto Rambaldo Melandri
Renzo Montagnani
Necchi
Philippe Noiret
Giorgio Perozzi
Milena Vukotić
Alice Mascetti
Fiorella Bucci
Melisenda Mascetti
Franca Tamantini
Carmen

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Mario Monicelli
Writers: Leonardo Benvenuti, Piero De Bernardi, Tullio Pinelli
Languages: Italian
Countries: Italy

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ERA

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44 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.

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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 Sergio D'Offizi. 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 Adolfo Celi and Gastone Moschin carry the top of the cast.

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IMDB entry: tt0083549 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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The take

Mario Monicelli directs. Sergio D'Offizi behind the camera. Carlo Rustichelli scores. Ruggero Mastroianni cuts. Produced in Italy. Dialogue in Italian.

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144 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.
2Part of the "My Friends Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.
3Directed by Mario Monicelli, shot by Sergio D'Offizi. 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 Adolfo Celi and Gastone Moschin carry the top of the cast.
7IMDB entry: tt0083549 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

The technical file

Cinematography: Sergio D'Offizi
Original score: Carlo Rustichelli
Editing: Ruggero Mastroianni
Production design: Lorenzo Baraldi
Costume design: Gianna Gissi
Makeup / hair: Otello Sisi
Runtime: 130 min · 2h 10m
Status: Released
Original language: IT
Certification (US): T
IMDB: My Friends Act II (1982)

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.