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Facing Windows

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2003 | 106 min | Drama, Romance

Weeknight Watch

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With almost no lasting buzz and soft box office, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Best for anyone in the mood for a love story and anyone who loves a strong drama. Leaves you with something to think about. Fans of Iris or The Bridges of Madison County should feel right at home.
The mood
Harrowing, warm and romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 46 min.
What might put you off
  • It's in Italian, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Not the one if you want explosions or easy laughs.

Overburdened and stuck in a greying marriage, Giovanna takes to caring for a Jewish Holocaust survivor her husband brings home. As she begins to reflect on her life, she turns to the man who lives across from her.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsSolid

    64% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    Our audience score: 63%

  • AwardsBelow par

    2 wins and 2 nominations from smaller awards and festivals

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $16 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 6K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Ferzan Özpetek

  • Giovanna MezzogiornoGiovanna
  • Raoul BovaLorenzo
  • Massimo GirottiSimone / Davide Veroli
  • Filippo NigroFilippo
  • Serra YılmazEminè
  • Maria Grazia BonSara
  • Benedetta GargariMartina
  • Carlo DanieleMarco
  • Massimo PoggioYoung Davide
  • Rosaria De CiccoBarista