Welcome to the South (2010) movie poster

Welcome to the South (2010)

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ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 87%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 56% (RT: 56%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Comedy

Where to Watch

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Director
Runtime
1h 42m
Country
Germany, Italy
Language
Italian
TMDB Rating
6.7/10 (1,862 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
56%
Cast
Claudio Bisio as Alberto Colombo
Alessandro Siani as Mattia Volpe
Angela Finocchiaro as Silvia Colombo
Valentina Lodovini as Maria Flagello
Nando Paone as Costabile Piccolo
Riccardo Zinna as Vigile urbano
Nunzia Schiano as Mamma di Mattia
Yes. 87% of real audiences liked it based on 1,862 votes. Critics scored it lower at 56%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Alberto, post office manager of a small town in Brianza, under pressure of his wife Sylvia, is willing to do anything to get the transfer to Milan. Even pretending to be disabled to climb in the ranking. But the trick does not work and as punishment, he is transferred in a small town in Campania, which to an inhabitant of the north is equivalent to a nightmare ... Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Luca Miniero cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The initial cut of Welcome to the South was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 2010 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Welcome to the South is a 2010 comedy film directed by Luca Miniero. Alberto, post office manager of a small town in Brianza, under pressure of his wife Sylvia, is willing to do anything to get the transfer to Milan. Even pretending to be disabled to climb in the ranking.

But the trick does not work and as punishment, he is transferred in a small town in Campania, which to an inhabitant of the north is equivalent to a nightmare . The film has been rated by 1,862 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Welcome to the South delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Welcome to the South (2010) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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