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Film
Il Divo

When

Apr 24, 2009 – May 22, 2009

Daily

Where
Landmark Sunshine (143 E Houston St, 212.330.8182)
Price
$12.50
Details
http://www.landmarktheatres.com/Market/NewYork/NewYork_frameset.htm
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Il Divo is a searing political biopic of three-time Italian Prime Minister and Senator-for-life Giulio Andreotti, which focuses on his unparalleled power, sharp wit, and alleged Mafia connections. But, far from a sober retelling of Andreotti's biography, director Paolo Sorrentino's film employs clever graphics, droll voice-overs, and montage to bring the tale's irony and intrigue into vivid relief. Fifty-one-year-old Tom Servillo finally achieves international recognition with his subtle and restrained portrayal of Andreotti; this star turn following an equally impressive performance in this year's acclaimed docudrama Gomorrah. And even the score warrants attention: the music segues artfully from classical to contemporary, juxtaposing an original score by Teho Teardo and selections from Vivaldi with tracks by Barbara Morgenstern and Beth Orton.

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