

Overview
Set in Genoa, the film concerns the financial struggles and emotional strain that occur after Michele loses his job. He and his wife Elsa are forced to give up their affluent lifestyle and cope with the tensions of moving into a smaller home, finding new work, and making sacrifices.
Top Cast

Margherita Buy
Elsa

Antonio Albanese
Michele

Alba Rohrwacher
Alice

Giuseppe Battiston
Vito

Fabio Troiano
Riki

Carla Signoris
Nadia

Paolo Sassanelli
Salviati
Antonio Carlo Francini
Luciano

Teco Celio
Acct. Terzetti

Arnaldo Ninchi
Michele's father

Alberto Giusta
Roberto

Orietta Notari
Mrs. Carminati
Key Film Crew
Production Stats
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