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Johnny Stecchino
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R,1hr 40min
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January 1, 1991
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Synopsis: Comedian Roberto Benigni wrote and directed this Italian farce, in which he stars as Dante, a bus driver who is the exact double of the infamous gangster Johnny Toothpick (Benigni again). After Dante meets Johnny's girlfriend Maria (Nicoletta Braschi), he travels to her Palermo villa, where it quickly becomes apparent that Maria is setting up Dante to take the fall for Johnny's illicit behavior. ~ Jason Ankeny, All Movie Guide
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One of the most highest-grossing films of all time at the Italian box office, Johnny Stecchino is a comedy showcase for writer/director/star Roberto Benigni. Reflecting the antics of American lunkhead comedians from Jerry Lewis to Hey Vern! It's Ernest, Benigni bumbles his way through this movie without any idea that every other character assumes he is really a gangster. Rather than portraying an enjoyable ... Full Review
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