The First Beautiful Thing

The First Beautiful Thing is a heartwarming and humorous drama that tells the story of the Michelucci family's adventures over three decades. The film is set in Livorno, Italy, and follows the life of Anna, a stunningly beautiful and lively mother, who becomes the center of attention when she is crowned "Most Beautiful Mother" at a local beauty pageant. Her husband, a non-commissioned officer of Carabinieri, becomes jealous and violent, leading to chaos and the start of an adventure for Anna, her sons Bruno and Valeria, and her daughters-in-law. The film takes place in the present day, with Bruno, a high school teacher who has managed to escape from Livorno and his mother, returning to his hometown to be at his mother's side during her final days. Through a series of flashbacks, Bruno remembers key episodes of his family life, including his mother's various romantic relationships, his father's jealousy, and the family's many moves. The First Beautiful Thing is a movie that explores themes of family, love, and the challenges of growing up with a vibrant and unpredictable mother. It features a talented cast, including Valerio Mastandrea, Micaela Ramazzotti, Stefania Sandrelli, Claudia Pandolfi., Marco Messeri, Fabrizia Sacchi, Aurora Frasca, Giacomo Bibbiani, Francesco Rapalino,, Isabella Cecchi., Emanuele Barresi, Dario Ballantini, Paolo Ruffini,, and Sergio Albelli. With its unique blend of drama and comedy, this movie is a must-see for anyone who loves Italian cinema and stories about family, love,

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