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The Love Scam is an Italian romantic comedy set to release globally on Netflix on January 1, 2025. The movie is directed by Umberto Riccioni Carteni. With a runtime of 1 hour and 41 minutes, viewers can stream the movie on Netflix, making it an addition to the platform’s catalog of international films.
Two brothers from Naples, who are weighed down by an insurmountable debt, devise a dubious scheme to deceive a wealthy heiress. Their objective is to preserve their family residence; however, their meticulously devised plan is adversely affected by unexpected emotions, as love unexpectedly disrupts it.
The official synopsis of the movie reads,
“Drowning in debt, two brothers concoct a plan to scam a wealthy heiress and save their home in Naples — but unexpected love soon complicates the scheme.”
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Everything to know about The Love Scam
The Love Scam is a romantic comedy that looks at how lies, love, and family relationships are all connected. The story is about two brothers in Naples who are having trouble with money.
As their debts get worse, their home, which is a very important part of their family history, is in danger. They plan to steal money from a wealthy heiress by making it look like they love and trust her.
As their plan unfolds, love enters the picture, bringing unexpected challenges. The brothers’ initial objective of financial relief becomes entangled with genuine emotions. The comedic elements stem from the stark contrast between their calculated deceit and the unpredictable nature of love.
The struggle to keep family together, the search for love, and the moral problems that come up with lying are shown in a way that is easy to understand and funny. And even though the movie has a fun tone, it doesn't avoid talking about how the characters' choices affect them emotionally.
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Cast of the movie
The film features a talented ensemble cast, including:
- Antonio Folletto
- Laura Adriani
- Vincenzo Nemolato
- Saverio Picozzi
- Loris De Luna
- Biagio Manna
- Roberto De Francesco
Plot summary
The story begins with two brothers grappling with the threat of losing their family home in Naples. Saddled with insurmountable debt, they see no alternative but to execute a bold and morally ambiguous plan. Their target is a wealthy heiress, and their approach involves deception, charm, and calculated manipulation.
However, the simplicity of their plan quickly unravels as genuine emotions come into play. One of the brothers finds himself drawn to the heiress in ways he hadn’t anticipated. This budding romance creates friction between the siblings, as their goals and emotions clash.
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Production and direction
The movie is directed by Umberto Riccioni Carteni. Known for his work on Diverso da chi?, Carteni’s direction ensures that the movie captures the charm of Naples while delving into its characters’ emotional journeys. The screenplay by Ciro Zecca and Caterina Salvadori adds wit to the narrative.
Stay tuned for more news and updates on The Love Scam and similar projects as the new year progresses. The film will be available to stream on Netflix from January 1, 2025.
