Natale a New York

Natale a New York

Year: 2006

Runtime: 111 mins

Language: Italian

Director: Neri Parenti

Comedy

Lillo (Christian De Sica) marries Milena, a rich European, under a contract that bans infidelity, threatening divorce and loss of alimony. His resolve crumbles when he meets the irresistible Barbara (Sabrina Ferilli). Meanwhile, young surgeon Filippo Vessato (Fabio De Luigi) endures harassment from his boss, Professor Benci (Claudio Bisio), who orders him to deliver a gift to Benci’s son, a student at Riverside College, as Filippo prepares to travel to New York for his wedding.

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1

Three groups depart for New York for Christmas

During the Christmas holidays, three groups of funny characters depart from Italy to spend the Christmas holiday season in New York City, setting the stage for intersecting fates. The journey signals that romance, ambition, and mischief will collide in a bustling, unfamiliar metropolis. The city itself becomes a character as the stories begin to intertwine.

Before Christmas Italy
2

Lillo marries Milena

Lillo, a penniless pianist, marries Milena after a stroke of fortune and gains access to her wealth and privileges. He enjoys a life of comfort and his daughter Carlotta, but his heart still yearns for Barbara, his old love. A strict prenuptial agreement demanded by Milena's father keeps him on a tight leash.

Before Christmas Italy
3

Barbara resurfaces and rekindles a secret affair

Barbara, now married to Claudio, resurfaces and resumes her affair with Lillo in secret. The rekindled relationship strains Milena's marriage and threatens the stability Lillo has gained. The triangle becomes a source of tension that foreshadows the upcoming Christmas upheavals.

Before Christmas Italy
4

Filippo sent to New York to deliver parchment

Dr. Severino Benci sends Filippo Vessato to New York with a mandate to deliver an expensive, rare medical parchment to his son Francesco. The trip also comes with Filippo's impending wedding, adding pressure to complete the mission. The New York assignment exposes him to a city full of temptation and opportunity.

Early Christmas trip New York City
5

Francesco's carefree life at the university

Francesco is a pleasure-loving slacker who rarely attends classes and hosts large parties for his friends. He indulges in recreational drugs and shows little concern for his studies. His carefree attitude makes him the perfect mark for the schemes brewing in the city.

During Christmas break New York City, University
6

Filippo succumbs to Francesco and Paolo's influence

Filippo is drawn into the delinquent circle led by Francesco and his cousin Paolo. He becomes corrupted by their schemes as he tries to fulfill the assignment while navigating the temptations of New York. The mission's integrity begins to crumble under peer pressure and thrill-seeking.

Mid-December New York City
7

Filippo falls for Sylvia at a psychedelic party

During a party fueled by psychedelics, Filippo meets Sylvia, a college cheerleader, and falls in love with her. The romance complicates his obligation to the parchment and Francesco's mischief. Sylvia's presence adds a personal stake to Filippo's decisions.

During party New York City
8

Filippo hides the truth with a 'Student of the Year' lie

To shield the delinquent students, Filippo lies to Dr. Benci that Francesco will receive the Student of the Year award. The lie buys him time but increases the risk of exposure. The deception deepens as truth threatens to surface.

A few days after arrival New York City
9

Dr. Benci arrives in New York and grows suspicious

Dr. Benci arrives in New York to inspect his son's progress and the parchment delivery. He quickly grows suspicious when Filippo's story doesn't align with reality. His arrival marks the turning point where the ruse might collapse.

Soon after arrival New York City
10

Christmas in New York brings further surprises

Christmas in New York brings further surprises as lives intersect and old secrets resurface. The city acts as a pressure cooker where affairs and lies collide with holiday cheer. The festive atmosphere contrasts with the mounting tensions.

Christmas Eve/Day New York City
11

Intersections of love and loyalty reach a climax

The intertwining loyalties and loves clash as Lillo, Barbara, Claudio, and Carlotta cross paths amid the social whirl of the city. Prenuptial promises, forbidden loves, and hidden affairs come to the surface, threatening everyone's plans. The outcome remains uncertain as Christmas unfolds.

Christmas period New York City
12

The holidays reveal consequences and new beginnings

As the holidays end, the consequences of the intersecting stories settle in. Some relationships are strained or broken, others stand at crossroads toward uncertain futures. The film closes with a sense that Christmas in New York has changed all of them.

Post-Christmas / New Year New York City

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