After what we've seen of decadence during the past three decades or so, LA DOLCE VITA now seems tame, but people wasting time in nightclubs, dancing in the fountains of Rome, and just generally hanging out seemed a bit of a shock in 1960.
The picture begins as Romans are shocked by seeing a large statue of Jesus being carried over the city by a helicopter. Following in a second chopper is Mastroianni, a gossip writer for the local scandal sheets. He aspires to serious writing but never gets beyond what he churns out for lire. While
visiting a local nightspot, Mastroianni meets Aimee, a wealthy heiress suffering from a huge case of ennui. Everything bores ...
Released:
1960
Rated:
NR
Length:
180 mins