Review of Avanti (2012) by Carla A — 04 Dec 2007

A real romantic comedy filled w/ delicious moments.

This review of Avanti (2012) was written by Carla A on 04 Dec 2007.

Avanti has generally received mixed reviews.

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It has many delightfully absurd moments in which Jack Lemmon and Brit actress Juliet Mills thoroughly exploit to the fullest…

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By Marie-Ève . (27) on 13 Jan 2008

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By Aaron B (1,506) on 12 Oct 2011

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By Dan G (1,214) on 09 Apr 2012

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By Luke D (217) on 05 Mar 2006

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By Sarah H (1,870) on 09 Jun 2007

La olvidada obra maestra de Billy Wilder y su ultima gran pelicula, Italia, Jack Lemmon, Juliet Mills, el mediterraneo, Ischia, Permesso, Avanti…

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By Jason K (1,459) on 29 Dec 2010

Another funny comedy with Jack Lemmon falling in love in Italy. Again he is directed by Wilder, and the result is a good comedy…

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