Uncle Nino
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 Film poster | |
| Directed by | Robert Shallcross |
| Written by | Robert Shallcross |
| Produced by | David James |
| Starring | Joe Mantegna Anne Archer Pierrino Mascarino Trevor Morgan Gia Mantegna |
| Cinematography | Hugo Cortina |
| Edited by | Dan Schalk |
| Music by | Larry Pecorella |
| Distributed by | Lange Film Releasing |
Release date |
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Running time | 104 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Uncle Nino is a 2003 American film directed by Robert Shallcross,[1] produced by David James,[2] and starring Joe Mantegna, Anne Archer, Pierrino Mascarino, Trevor Morgan, and Gia Mantegna.
The film deals with a dysfunctional family, who have lost their way, and a distant relative played by Pierrino Mascarino intends to bring them closer together.[3]
Plot
A father, Robert Micelli (Joe Mantegna),[4] has become a stranger to his family and thinks only of his lawn and job. After decades of no contact, Robert's Uncle Nino (Pierrino Mascarino) flies to America for an unexpected visit, with a suitcase full of homemade Italian wine. Nino helps the family realize the true value of family.
Cast
- Joe Mantegna as Robert Micelli
- Pierrino Mascarino as Uncle Nino
- Anne Archer as Marie
- Trevor Morgan as Bobby
- Duke Doyle as Bones
- Daniel Adebayo as Joey
- Gia Mantegna as Gia
- Gianfranco Landi as Italian Truck Driver
- Jessica Szohr as MC
- Maureen Gallagher as Ellen
References
- ^ Martel, Ned (February 11, 2005). "My Big, Fat Italian Uncle". The New York Times.
- ^ Ebert, Roger (2005-02-10). "Uncle Nino". Chicago Sun-Times.
- ^ Plath, James (2010-07-23). "Uncle Nino". DVD Town.
- ^ Strauss, Gary (2004-12-27). "Smart money's on family". USA Today.