Review of Il Divo (2008) by Ornette C — 31 Aug 2012

Great movie. One of the best ever. Innit...

This review of Il Divo (2008) was written by Ornette C on 31 Aug 2012.

Il Divo has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Stefanie C (86) on 23 Jun 2010

A brilliant film based on the complex and enigmatic character of Andreotti, and Italy itself…

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By Luca P (26) on 27 Mar 2011

Loved it. Corruption never tasted so delicious…

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By Kalamár G (41) on 02 Jan 2014

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By Conor B (93) on 05 May 2011

Good photography, lovely settings, great music, the soundtrack was best of all…

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By Novella C (1) on 14 Oct 2010

Outstanding movie, altough a bit difficult for those who do not have knowledge of the last 60 years of Italian politics…

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By Tammy R (193) on 12 Jan 2016

I am developing quite a crush on Toni Servillo; what an extraordinary talent…

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By Bee V (2) on 03 Feb 2011

A mosaic portrait of the most influencial Italian politician of the last 50 years…

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By Canelita M (2) on 11 Aug 2012

Interesting political drama about the reign of Giulio Andreotti and his cabal of corrupt politicians, clergy and the mafia…

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By John Y (1,135) on 02 Jul 2011

Interesting film, though it's hard to tell if they're mocking the guy, or just doing a biography…

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By Jovan J (71) on 26 Dec 2012

As an American who knew very little about politics in Italy, I was very interested to see this movie while I was living in Milan…

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