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The Monster (1994)

6.9/10 ยท 671 votes 1h 52m r Comedy

#34 of 90 films from 1994 #1015 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Roberto Benigni ยท Written by Vincenzo Cerami, Roberto Benigni

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Overview

A vicious serial sex killer is on the loose, and landscape gardener and shop-window outfitter Loris is the prime suspect, thanks to his unfortunate habit of getting caught in compromising situations (for which there is always a totally innocent explanation that the police fail to spot). Undercover policewoman Jessica is assigned by eccentric police psychologist Taccone to follow Loris.

Cast

Roberto Benignias Loris
Michel Blancas Paride Taccone, le psychiatre
Nicoletta Braschias Jessica Rossetti
Dominique Lavanantas Jolanda Taccone
Jean-Claude Brialyas Roccarotta
Laurent Spielvogelas commissario Frustalupi
Ivano Marescottias Pascucci
Franco Mescolinias il professore di cinese
Massimo Girottias il condomino distinto
Luciana Pieri Palombias Claudia
Vittorio Amandolaas antiquario
Rita Di Lerniaas Moglie Antiquario
Gennaro Morroneas Edicolante
Vincenzo Vitaglianoas inquilino

Facts

Release dateOctober 22, 1994
Runtime112 min (1h 52m) โ€” about the same as the 1994 average of 106 min
GenresComedy
Original titleIl mostro
LanguageIT
IMDbtt0110570

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Questions

How long is The Monster?
The Monster runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Is The Monster worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 671 votes, which places it #34 of 90 films released in 1994 in this index (top 63%) and #1015 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Monster?
The Monster was directed by Roberto Benigni. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Life Is Beautiful (1997), Nothing Left to Do But Cry (1984), Johnny Stecchino (1991).
Who stars in The Monster?
Roberto Benigni as Loris; Michel Blanc as Paride Taccone, le psychiatre; Nicoletta Braschi as Jessica Rossetti; Dominique Lavanant as Jolanda Taccone; Jean-Claude Brialy as Roccarotta; Laurent Spielvogel as commissario Frustalupi.
What is The Monster rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Monster?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/137526.

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