Bread and Tulips (2000)

Rosalba, a quintessential housewife from Pescara, finds herself in an unexpected twist of fate when, amid the humdrum of her life, she is mistakenly forgotten at a highway café during a family bus trip. The incident, a subtle yet poignant reminder of her taken-for-granted existence, stirs within her a gentle rebellion. Rather than waiting for her husband and sons to retrieve her, Rosalba embarks on an impromptu journey, thumbing a ride not towards her home but towards the enchanting city of Venice. In Venice, she stumbles upon a vibrant tapestry of characters who challenge her perception of life. Fermo, the florist with a streak of anarchy, Grazia, the masseuse with a holistic approach to life, and Fernando, the formal Icelander waiter who converses in his uniquely accented Italian, become unlikely companions in her Venetian adventure. Amidst the city's winding canals and romantic aura, Rosalba finds herself employed at Fermo's flower shop, further immersing herself in the city's charm. Meanwhile, her husband, a plumbing supplier entangled in an affair with her sister-in-law, dispatches a rotund plumber on a mission to bring Rosalba home. The ensuing drama weaves a compelling narrative of self-discovery and personal liberation. Rosalba is caught in a tug-of-war between the familiar call of duty and maternal instinct, and the enticing prospect of a newfound independence in Venice. Will she return to the life she's always known, or embrace the allure of Venice, a city that promises her the chance to blend Rome's rationality with Greece's imagination to unearth her authentic Italian self? The delicate balance between conformity and rebellion sets the stage for a captivating exploration of life's unforeseen detours in 'Bread and Tulips'.

Bread and Tulips is a comedy movie featuring Licia Maglietta.

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