There is still tomorrow: the Italian phenomenon with 5 million entries arrives in France

The problem appeals to the public: the underbelly of the patriarchal and fascist society of Post-War Italy.

The scene is set in Delia’s home, in 1946 in the streets of Testaccio in Rome. The city is divided between the hope aroused by the Liberation and the material difficulties caused by the war which has only just ended. These events redefine the foundations of a backward Italy, which cuts off women’s freedoms.

Married to Ivano, Delia endures a violent domestic climate, to which her three children witness. Delia finds comfort with her friend Marisa, with whom she shares moments of lightness and intimate confidences. In the spring, their gloomy routine turns into a festive moment, when the whole family enthusiastically prepares for the celebration of the imminent engagement of their eldest daughter, Marcella, who unknowingly ventures into a destiny similar to that of her mother.However, the arrival of a mysterious letter will turn everything upside down and encourage Delia to find the courage to think of a better future for everyone.

This committed comedy had a resounding effect in Italy. barbie And Oppenheimer, which were competing for the highest-grossing films of the year, did not dominate the Italian box office. The first, with a turnover of 1.4 billion dollars achieved worldwide, recorded an attendance of 4.3 million admissions in the peninsula, while the second recorded 3.7 million. . There is still tomorrow has considerably gained the upper hand on these scores, with a total of 4.8 million entries recorded in two months. An almost unthinkable score for a black and white film, far from the energy of blockbusters. It would seem that the problem satisfies the public: the underbelly of the patriarchal and fascist society of Post-War Italy.

Paola Cortellesi (Italian tales, Figli), known for her acting talents, combines acting and directing for the first time in this nostalgic comedy, full of dusty conventions that will make committed feminists shudder. She plays Delia, this disillusioned housewife, married to Ivano, played by Valerio Mastandrea (Sweet Dreams, The Place, Euforia).

There is still tomorrow will be released on March 13, 2024 In France.

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