The Players

The Players collects a string of short scenes that zoom in on men navigating love and loyalty with a wink. A handful of stories follows different guys as they chase affection, bend or bend again around lies, and stumble through the fragile dynamics of romance. Each segment treats flirtation and secrecy with lightness, turning awkward moments into comic gold without veering into cruelty. Across the sketches the tone stays breezy and observant, letting actors pin down realism in small, relatable exchanges. It feels like a snapshot of contemporary dating where good intentions collide with misread signals and the unpredictable pull of desire.

Released in 2020 and directed by Stefano Mordini, The Players presents an original script by its creators and an ensemble headlined by Riccardo Scamarcio, Valerio Mastandrea, Laura Chiatti, Valentina Cervi and Marina Foïs.

Reception was modest, with a mixed response from audiences and a conservative score from viewers. The film centers on fidelity and masculine vulnerability, delivering light humor through witty exchanges and awkward situations that reflect the realities and messiness of modern relationships.