This movie makes me uneasy.

Rating: 5/10 (25 February 2000)

I've always admired Roberto Benigni, along with Jim Carrey, he is one of the hardest working comics in the business. Thus, I really wanted to like this film...I really did! Unfortunately, I came away from the cinema feeling uneasy. His trademark irreverence is intact, but he's also added a large, sugar coated spoonful of political correctness. It's almost as if it's mandatory to feel good after viewing it.
For those who enjoy the films of Benigni, you should investigate the films of Franco Franci. I consider Franci a true comic genius, and he's had a big influence on Benigni comic style. He was popular in Italy during the late 50's, 60's and 70's as part of the comedy team Franco e Chico (Chico Ingrasia was his straight-man side-kick). Their James Bond parodies are as hilarious as anything conjured up by Michael Myers. And, look for their Clint Eastwood spoof called, The Good, The Bad and The Stunned.