Review of Mambo Italiano (2003) by Matt Brunson for Creative Loafing — 11 Nov 2003

Where are the GoodFellas when we really need them?

This review of Mambo Italiano (2003) was written by Matt Brunson and published by Creative Loafing on 11 Nov 2003.

Mambo Italiano has generally received positive reviews.

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By Josh J (399) on 15 Aug 2009

The parents were hilarious, and I enjoyed many parts of the movie, but was kind of bored in other parts, so it was a so-so for me…

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By I-Onell S (454) on 29 Aug 2010

This movie is hilarious! Great cast and script. It's corny at times, but if you look past that, you will see a good movie…

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By Janice Page (130) for Boston Globe (6,852) on 23 Mar 2009

No sophisticated dance, but it moves about with an open heart. And hey, it's at least as funny as that Greek thing…

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By Gail A (79) on 24 Mar 2009

Some of the dialogue is a little forced. Otherwise a good film…

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By Madeline M (234) on 17 Dec 2008

I know Luke Kirby from Slings & Arrows and wanted to see him in another role. He's pretty adorable, but the movie basically sucks…

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By Mario A (72) on 08 Jun 2011

Mambo Italiano is an interesting comedy on coming out in an Italian community…

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By Lisa (155) on 16 Feb 2009

I saw this in a theater where I was the only patron, sat in the middle of the place and lol'd and sang along with all the songs. Loved it…

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By Sylvia S (2) on 03 Oct 2016

This is like My Big Fat Greek Wedding…

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By Kim Morgan (275) for Portland Oregonian (2,019) on 20 Aug 2016

The script is inane, and though Ferri has some funny moments, the acting is annoying or hopelessly bland…

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By Robyn M (1,282) on 01 Jul 2012

A really fun and sweet gay romantic comedy with lovely characters, supportive family (kinda) and some enjoyable Italian culture…

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