Somebody to Love
"What are we hiding in our thoughts?"
Somebody to Love follows Piero, an everyman with a straightforward life and a messy heart. When a routine dating dilemma nudges him to test a quirky idea about how many versions of ourselves exist, he finds that his own choices echo through a chorus of inner voices. Each version offers a... Read more
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About Somebody to Love
Somebody to Love follows Piero, an everyman with a straightforward life and a messy heart. When a routine dating dilemma nudges him to test a quirky idea about how many versions of ourselves exist, he finds that his own choices echo through a chorus of inner voices. Each version offers a different appetite, longing, and view of love, pushing him to question what he truly wants from Lara, his bright and stubborn partner. The comedy lands in the middle ground between whimsy and warmth, letting sharp dialogue carry the scenes while keeping emotions accessible. No grand reveals or melodrama derail the tone as the story keeps its focus on how characters grow through small, honest decisions for everyone listening today.
Directed by Paolo Genovese, the film comes from an original screenplay by Francesco Piccolo, Isabella Aguilar, and Lucia Calamaro. It sits squarely in the contemporary Italian rom com lane, blending witty banter with a warm look at love and identity.
Worldwide box office stands at 21,722,847 dollars, reflecting a solid performance for a mid budget Italian romance. The production budget was 8,988,900 USD, underscoring a careful investment that paid off with a healthy global return.
Cultural impact remains to be seen for a 2025 release. The film engages with familiar rom com themes of choice and self reinvention, and while it may generate discussion among viewers, there are no widely cited quotes or iconic scenes to date, leaving room for future impact.
Reception and themes: Critics have praised the film for its light touch and ensemble chemistry, while the heart of the story lies in how small choices reveal different facets of a relationship. Audience sentiment shows a solid 7.206 out of 10 from 530 votes, signaling broad appeal to broad audiences.
Details
- Release Date
- February 20, 2025
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- User Ratings
- 531 votes
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Comedy, Romance
- Country
- Italy
- Studio
- Lotus Production +2 more
- Budget
- $8,988,900
- Box Office
- $21,722,847
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Edoardo Leo
Piero
Pilar Fogliati
Lara
Emanuela Fanelli
Trilli
Maria Chiara Giannetta
Scheggia
Claudia Pandolfi
Alfa
Vittoria Puccini
Giulietta
Marco Giallini
Il Professore
Maurizio Lastrico
Romeo
Rocco Papaleo
Valium
Claudio Santamaria
Eros
Director: Paolo Genovese
Written by: Francesco Piccolo, Isabella Aguilar, Lucia Calamaro