Review of Bellissima (1952) by Nino G — 21 Feb 2017
Meet the queen of all vainglorious showmoms, Maddalena. Her eyes will haunt you, the context of her actions will disturb you, the pity she seeks will disgust you.
The ending is extreme and frustrating. Maddalena has learned her lesson, but at the cost of everything and everyone. Now, finally, when she needs it, she won't sell out. She's managed to help her husband arc into a more sensitive, less abusive person - he'd previously been vilified. They both had their fair share of villainy. The two end shots are perfect, on the parents' embrace, and the coda push-in on their child.
This review of Bellissima (1952) was written by Nino G on 21 Feb 2017.
Bellissima has generally received very positive reviews.
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