The Manzoni family—renamed the Blakes—isn't your typical American family abroad. Giovanni (Robert De Niro), his wife Maggie (Michelle Pfeiffer), and their two children, Belle (Dianna Agron) and Warren (John D’Leo), are struggling to "blend in."
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While some critics found the tone a bit uneven, Cose nostre - Malavita succeeds as a stylish "fish-out-of-water" story. It’s a film that doesn't take itself too seriously but still packs enough punch (and explosives) to satisfy action fans. 🍿 Cose nostre - Malavita
: Martin Scorsese’s involvement as executive producer ensures that despite the comedic tone, the film remains a clever homage to the crime genre. The Verdict: Dark, Violent, and Surprisingly Fun
: Seeing Robert De Niro play a mobster who has to attend a local film screening of a "classic mafia movie" (which happens to be one of his own legendary roles) is a brilliant, meta-nod to his career [9]. It’s a film that doesn't take itself too
While their handler, CIA Agent Robert Stansfield ( Tommy Lee Jones ), desperately tries to keep them under the radar, the Blakes can’t help but use their "old-school" methods to solve everyday problems. Whether it’s Maggie blowing up a grocery store for being rude or Giovanni "handling" a plumber who overcharges, the family brings a whole new meaning to the term "neighborhood watch." Why It’s a Must-Watch for Cinephiles
: The chemistry between De Niro and Pfeiffer is electric, portraying a couple that is as lethal as they are loyal. While their handler, CIA Agent Robert Stansfield (
Can You Take the Mob Out of the Man? A Review of ‘Cose nostre - Malavita’