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Under the Tuscan Sun

Play trailer Poster for Under the Tuscan Sun PG-13 Released Sep 26, 2003 1h 53m Romance Comedy Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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When Frances Mayes (Diane Lane) learns her husband is cheating on her from a writer whom she gave a bad review, her life is turned upside down. In an attempt to bring her out of a deep depression, her best friend, Patti (Sandra Oh), encourages Frances to take a tour of Italy. During the trip, the new divorcée impulsively decides to purchase a rural Tuscan villa and struggles to start her life anew amid colorful local characters, including the handsome Marcello (Raoul Bova).
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Though formulaic and superficial, Under the Tuscan Sun is redeemed by Lane's vibrant performance.

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Nell Minow Common Sense Media Not much for teens in this book adaptation. Rated: 4/5 Dec 29, 2010 Full Review Empire Magazine Rated: 2/5 Apr 1, 2006 Full Review Sara Michelle Fetters MovieFreak.com And while the movie gets a bit too cute and cloying at times, especially when it dips into tired sentimentality, Lane carries it all marvelously, lighting up the screen with one of the year's best performances. Rated: 3/4 Dec 15, 2005 Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy A warm and luminous film. Rated: 3/4 May 31, 2023 Full Review Leigh Paatsch Herald Sun (Australia) See it only for the spectacular scenery provided by the gorgeous geography of provincial Italy, and the ever-radiant beauty of Diane Lane. Rated: 2.5/5 Jul 31, 2020 Full Review Debbie Lynn Elias Behind The Lens Despite its scripted flaws, Under the Tuscan Sun is the fairy tale that speaks to the hopeful romantic in us all. Rated: 3.5/5 Nov 3, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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Queen Of A I absolutely adore this movie, it’s co comforting, inspiring, and visually beautiful, it makes me want to start over, move to a gorgeous country, meet new people, and see where life takes me. It will always make you feel good. The costume and set designs were lovely, particularly for Catherine, but also Frances’s white dress, and the orange dress she wears for the wedding. I enjoyed the actor’s performances, the music, everything Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/25/24 Full Review Beth C Always my go to feel good movie. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/25/24 Full Review Teopisto G It's the type of feel good movie you would like to see on a weekend. It would make you want to travel, escape and embark on a new chapter in your life. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/28/24 Full Review Sherry C This is an amazing movie! I love the beautiful scenery and warmth from the actors. My boyfriend also enjoyed it which is rare when I get to pick our date night movies. This is a must see for romantic film fans. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/08/23 Full Review Þráinn G Never give up looking for true love. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/03/23 Full Review Dan S Great Film! They do not make many like this anymore. They would ruin it today with their updates pleasing everyone. This movie was so much fun. I lived in Italy for 3 years! My mom's side is Italian by ancestry. Proud of that. My dads side mostly Irish. with twists of English. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/06/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis When Frances Mayes (Diane Lane) learns her husband is cheating on her from a writer whom she gave a bad review, her life is turned upside down. In an attempt to bring her out of a deep depression, her best friend, Patti (Sandra Oh), encourages Frances to take a tour of Italy. During the trip, the new divorcée impulsively decides to purchase a rural Tuscan villa and struggles to start her life anew amid colorful local characters, including the handsome Marcello (Raoul Bova).
Director
Audrey Wells
Producer
Audrey Wells, Tom Sternberg
Screenwriter
Audrey Wells, Audrey Wells, Frances Mayes
Distributor
Buena Vista Pictures
Production Co
Touchstone Pictures, Blue Gardenia Productions, Timnick Films
Rating
PG-13 (Sexual Content|Language)
Genre
Romance, Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 26, 2003, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 18, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$43.6M
Runtime
1h 53m
Sound Mix
Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, Surround, SDDS, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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