The Ages of Love

"The manual of love has a new chapter."

2011 2h 5m IT

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5.3

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★5.3TMDB · 217

RomanceComedyDrama

Synopsis

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In Italy, three men fall in love with three women. First a young engaged lawyer has a fling, then the middle-aged married man has a fling, then a retired man falls in love with his friend's daughter.

“The manual of love has a new chapter.”

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Cast

Carlo Verdone
Fabio
Robert De Niro
Adrian
Monica Bellucci
Viola
Laura Chiatti
Micol
Riccardo Scamarcio
Roberto
Michele Placido
Augusto
Valeria Solarino
Sara
Vittorio Emanuele Propizio
Cupido

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Giovanni Veronesi
Writers: Giovanni Veronesi, Andrea Agnello, Ugo Chiti
Languages: Italian
Countries: France, Italy

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ERA

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Released 15 years ago.

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WORLD

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International production across 2 countries: France, Italy.

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CINEMA

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Part of the "Manual of Love Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Giovanni Veronesi, shot by Tani Canevari. 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 Paolo Buonvino. 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 Patrizio Marone 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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Carlo Verdone and Robert De Niro and Monica Bellucci carry the top of the cast.

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FACT

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Marketing tagline: "The manual of love has a new chapter.".

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The take

Giovanni Veronesi directs. Tani Canevari behind the camera. Paolo Buonvino scores. Patrizio Marone cuts. Produced in France, Italy. Dialogue in Italian.

Trivia

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1Released 15 years ago.
2International production across 2 countries: France, Italy.
3Part of the "Manual of Love Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.
4Directed by Giovanni Veronesi, shot by Tani Canevari. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
5Original score by Paolo Buonvino. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
6Editor Patrizio Marone shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
7Carlo Verdone and Robert De Niro and Monica Bellucci carry the top of the cast.
8Marketing tagline: "The manual of love has a new chapter.".
9IMDB entry: tt1712187 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
10Released under 16 different titles around the world.

The technical file

Cinematography: Tani Canevari
Original score: Paolo Buonvino
Editing: Patrizio Marone
Production design: Luca Merlini
Costume design: Gemma Mascagni
Runtime: 125 min · 2h 5m
Status: Released
Box office: $12,493,369
Original language: IT
IMDB: The Ages of Love (2011)

Part of

Manual of Love Collection

This collection of films explores themes like terminal illness, unrequited love, extra-marital affairs, and the complications of modern families. With a focus on the complexities and joys of love, the films examine how relationships evolve and the difficult choices individuals make. Storylines delve into planned futures, fate, and unexpected romances, blending drama, fantasy, and romance to explore universal concepts of love, infidelity, and illness. The films feature provocative topics and vulnerable conversations, capturing the raw nature of human existence and inspiring reflections on life’s journey, empathy, and connection. Compelling narratives, exquisite cinematography, and moving performances highlight the intricate nature of love and grief, transcending cultural barriers.