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Movie poster: Atrocious Tales of Love and Death (1979)
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Atrocious Tales of Love and Death

1979 · 115 min Comedy Thriller
6.2 / 10 · TMDB

Raphael, a restaurant mandolin player with a limp, a father to support, and a lot of debt, accepts a job offered by his friend, Giardino, to play a serenade under an apartment window at the behest of a mysterious blonde. As he’s playing, a man high up on a balcony is pushed to his death. Raffaele is compelled to conduct his own investigation and becomes embroiled in a mystery involving a macabre secret...

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Original Title Giallo napoletano
Year 1979
Country Italy
Genre Comedy, Thriller
Director Sergio Corbucci
Runtime 115 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.2/10 (29 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film operates in a light register — but not superficially. Behind each joke is an observation about people, not just a desire to amuse.

Goes down easy, leaves a good aftertaste. Not every joke lands equally — but the overall tone holds.

For those who just want to relax. Asks nothing — just time and a willingness to smile.

Director: Sergio Corbucci

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Weekend afternoon, the couch, something to snack on. Turn off your brain and enjoy.

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