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| I Run To You (2022) |
The movie "I Run To You" take place in modern-day Italy, when we first meet Johnny, a dapper and prosperous businessman in his late 40s. Beneath his well-groomed façade, though, is a man who finds it difficult to be sincere and committed in his relationships.
The movie opens with a picturesque morning scene as Johnny goes for his routine jog. Wearing high-end athletic attire, he radiates energy and confidence. We get glimpses of his opulent existence as he passes through the peaceful neighborhoods; the posh vehicles and the slick condo are all representations of his success on the outside.
However, it soon becomes clear that Johnny leads a very unconventional lifestyle. He is a habitual womanizer who is skilled at creating complex identities to attract women. Johnny is adept at adopting many personas, such as a dapper art collector or a tough explorer, and he uses his skills to win over gullible ladies who are frequently younger than him.
At a laid-back get-together at the Country Club, his friend Fabio lightheartedly reveals Johnny's most recent misadventures, exposing his antics. Fabio tells the story of how Johnny went for love interests under three separate names in a single week. Johnny laughs back, unfazed by the taunting, speculating that if given the chance, maybe even his own wife might succumb to his charms.
But below his easygoing exterior, fractures start to show. Johnny's carefree demeanor is questioned during lunch with his friend Dario. Dario carefully questions Johnny about the potential negative effects of his promiscuous lifestyle on his mental and physical health. He reminds Johnny of his advanced age and begs him to think about getting married to a grown-up.
A phone call interrupting their chat informs them about Johnny's mother's passing. When Dario expresses his happiness, expecting a reconciliation between his mother and son, Johnny bluntly informs him that his mother has died. The suddenness of the news highlights Johnny's disengagement from family ties and raises the possibility of further serious emotional trauma.
Johnny goes to the cemetery in a moment of poignancy to pay his respects, but his trip is full of hilarious mishaps. Johnny gets caught up in a cultural misunderstanding after mistaking a Filipino funeral procession for his mother's. He quickly apologizes before figuring out where the right cemetery is.
Between the gloomy burial setting, Johnny's twin brother gives a moving eulogy that emphasizes the sharp differences between their personalities. The mourners are moved by his brother's genuineness, but Johnny finds it difficult to express his feelings and instead chooses to make light of his lateness, thus exposing his underlying biases.
Johnny sets off on a voyage of self-discovery as he struggles with his mother's passing and the knowledge of his own mortality. Meetings with unanticipated supporters, such as a witty funeral director and an intelligent little niece, upend his assumptions and make him face his darkest fears.
As everything is going on, Johnny's romantic adventures take an unexpected turn when he meets Elena, a passionate journalist who has a knack for finding the truth. Elena is first lured to Johnny's captivating appeal, but she quickly realizes the falsehoods he has spoken and decides to expose him.
Their interactions lead to a struggle of wills between them as Johnny is captivated to Elena's sincerity and honesty. Johnny is compelled to own up to his flaws and accept vulnerability as they work through the challenges of their developing relationship.
Italy's colorful scenery serves as the background against which "I Run To You" crafts a tale of love, grief, and forgiveness. The film asks viewers to consider the universal need for authenticity and connection in a society full of delusions through its keen humor and well-drawn characters.
Ultimately, Johnny discovers that genuine love necessitates bravery, sincerity, and a readiness to accept oneself for what they are. The voyage to the heart is the greatest of all, he finds as he peels back the layers of his meticulously crafted character.
"I Run To You" is an engrossing tribute to the enduring human spirit and the transformational power of love, blending heartfelt moments with belly-laughing hilarity.
VIDEO RECAP OF "I RUN TO YOU (2022)"
CAST OF "I RUN TO YOU (2022)"
Pierfrancesco Favino as Gianni
Miriam Leone as Chiara
Giulio Base as Fabio
Cesare Capitani as Primo amico circolo
Piera Degli Esposti as Nonna
Pilar Fogliati as Alessia
Giusy Meloni as Seconda ragazza jogging
Claire Palazzo as Ragazza Frecciarossa
Andrea Pennacchi as don Walter
Michele Placido as Padre di Gianni
Eleonora Romandini as Giulia
Vanessa Scalera as Luciana
Pietro Sermonti as Dante
Other Info
Director: Riccardo Milani
Writers: Furio Andreotti - Giulia Calenda - Riccardo Milani
Movie Genres: Comedy - Romance
Release Date: March 17, 2022
Country of Origin: Italy
Filming Locations: Rome - Lazio - Italy
Production Companies: Wildside -Vision Distribution - Sky Italia
Estimated Budget: $2,502,925
Runtime: 1 hour 53 minutes