Review of Mambo Italiano (2003) by Jared V — 20 Apr 2008

I really enjoyed this movie; a kind of big fat Greek wedding but with gay Italians. Funny and sweet with some moments that really tugged on those taught heartstrings of mine.

This review of Mambo Italiano (2003) was written by Jared V on 20 Apr 2008.

Mambo Italiano has generally received positive reviews.

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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 Amanda C (916) on 10 May 2011

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By Mario A (72) on 08 Jun 2011

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By David K (1,644) on 24 Mar 2011

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So desperately eager to please: Gaudreault doesn't offer much in the way of wit or originality, but he's determined to win us over with sheer…

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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 Eric J (681) on 01 Apr 2011

I love this film, in spite of the poor critic reviews. Enjoy sharing it with others…

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If Gaudreault's 90-minute pilot ever makes it to television, French-Canadians can look forward to their own Italian version of A.K.A. Pablo…

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