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In Sicily during World War II, 13-year-old Renato and his pals become infatuated with Malena, a beautiful young war widow who is the obsession of every man and the envy of every woman. However, when news of the death of Malena's husband arrives, Malena's beauty turns into a curse. No longer protected from male advances by her marital status, she becomes fair game. As various men pursue her,... See Full Description
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Art/Foreign, Drama, Romance and Adaptation |
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| Running Time: |
1 hr. 46 min. |
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| Release Date: |
December 25, 2000 Limited |
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| MPAA Rating: |
R for sexuality/nudity, language and some violence. |
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| Distributors: |
Miramax Films
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| U.S. Box Office: |
$3,429,045 |
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| Critics Reviews |
Average Grade:
N/A
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culturevulture.net,
"... a featherweight..." Full Review...
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Film Threat,
(4 stars) "...outstanding..." Full Review...
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Hollywood Reporter,
"...never completely [blends] into a satisfying whole." Full Review...
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PopMatters,
"...this film recognizes the futility of its own nostalgia." Full Review...
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