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Poster for L'allenatore nel pallone

L'allenatore nel pallone

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1984 | 98 min | Comedy

Weeknight Watch

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With almost no lasting buzz, 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
Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Bull Durham, start here.
The mood
Light and funny.
The pace
Breezy, at 1 hr 38 min.
What might put you off
It's in Italian, so expect subtitles (or a dub).

Oronzo Canà is called to coach Longobarda, the football team of a small town of Northern Italy, newly promoted to the First Division. His only task is not to be relegated, but Longobarda's owner plots against him, finding the team's current ranking far too expensive, and his top Brazilian striker is affected by a deep saudade.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.5 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerSolid

    Streaming release that reached a modest audience; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 3K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Sergio Martino

  • Lino BanfiOronzo Canà
  • Camillo MilliPresidente Borlotti
  • Andrea RoncatoAndrea Bergonzoni
  • Gigi SammarchiGiginho
  • Giuliana CalandraMara Canà
  • Stefania SpugniniMichelina Canà
  • Viviana LariceSuocera di Canà
  • Licinia LentiniMarilde Borlotti
  • Franco CaraccioloCeretti
  • Stefano DavanzatiSperoni