Bernard Blier

Directed by Ettore Scola, this acclaimed 1968 adventure-comedy follows a Roman businessman (Alberto Sordi) who ventures into Africa to find his missing brother-in-law, played by Nino Manfredi. A surreal and satirical odyssey that critiques colonialism and modern alienation.

A Maigret-esque detective, Antoine, leaves no stone unturned in his exceedingly private investigations of the down-at-heel showbiz couple’s sad, tempestuous life.

Andrea Artusi (Ugo Tognazzi) begins to have doubts about the loyalty of his beautiful wife, Maria Grazia (Claudia Cardinale). When doubt becomes an obsession, his behavior becomes completely crazy, stalking her relentlessly. Another great success of the Italian director Antonio Pietrangeli, also starring Bernard Blier, Salvo Randone and a cameo from Gian Maria Volonté.

This heartwarming ensemble drama from Mario Monicelli follows a group of women—led by Liv Ullmann and Catherine Deneuve—struggling to keep their Tuscan estate afloat. Balancing personal dreams and family tensions, the film won 5 David di Donatello awards including Best Film. A touching ode to female resilience and community.