Итальянские любовники (1996)

"Italian Lovers" is a romantic comedy film released in 1996. Directed by Joseph Bologna and René Taylor, the film explores the lives of two rival Italian-American families living in the Bronx. The original title of the film is "Love Is All There Is". The film features an ensemble cast including Lainie Kazan, Joseph Bologna, Barbara Carrera, and Angelina Jolie in her second on-screen appearance. The story revolves around the Capomezzo and Malacici families and their tumultuous relationships due to a long-standing feud. The two families become intertwined when Rosario, the handsome son of the Capomezzo family, falls in love with Gina, the beautiful daughter of the Malacici family. As the two families come together, they must navigate through numerous obstacles, including a wedding that turns into a fiasco, mistaken identities, and a series of misunderstandings. Through it all, the power of love is demonstrated as the families begin to put their differences aside and come together. "Italian Lovers" is a charming and witty film that combines family dynamics with romantic comedy in a unique way. Set in the heart of New York's Little Italy, this film captures the essence of Italian-American culture and traditions. The film is a delightful celebration of love, family, and the resilience of the human spirit.