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A Chance Encounter

Original title: Molto Bella
  • 2022
  • 1h 31m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
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A Chance Encounter (2022)
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In the Sicilian town of Taormina, Italy, an aspiring poet in search of inspiration meets a folk singer trying to write a follow-up to her breakout hit.In the Sicilian town of Taormina, Italy, an aspiring poet in search of inspiration meets a folk singer trying to write a follow-up to her breakout hit.In the Sicilian town of Taormina, Italy, an aspiring poet in search of inspiration meets a folk singer trying to write a follow-up to her breakout hit.

  • Director
    • Alexander Jeffery
  • Writers
    • Alexander Jeffery
    • Paul Petersen
  • Stars
    • Paul Petersen
    • Andrea von Kampen
    • Kyle Brunick
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.5/10
    504
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Alexander Jeffery
    • Writers
      • Alexander Jeffery
      • Paul Petersen
    • Stars
      • Paul Petersen
      • Andrea von Kampen
      • Kyle Brunick
    • 13User reviews
    • 8Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 10 wins total

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    Paul Petersen
    Paul Petersen
    • Hal Flynn
    Andrea von Kampen
    • Josie Day
    Kyle Brunick
    • Dean
    Kenny Burns
    Kenny Burns
    • Kenny
    Jason Edwards
    • Chris Flynn
    Michele Scimone
    • Hotel Clerk
    Elizabeth Stenholt
    • Elizabeth
    Vince Vivenzio
    • Waiter
    • (as Vincenzo Vivenzio)
    • Director
      • Alexander Jeffery
    • Writers
      • Alexander Jeffery
      • Paul Petersen
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    9cbstgr

    Rich and subtle

    It's a rare occasion when a Romantic film comes along and the couple isn't hopping in bed in the first 10 to 15 minutes. This film is rich with scenery, plot, and overall warmth. Chance Encounter" is a genuine and moving film that will stay with you long after the credits roll. It is a testament to the power of cinema to touch our hearts and challenge our minds. I highly recommend this film to anyone looking for a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant cinematic experience. The story is crafted such that it takes you on a brief journey in yet a very a subtle and gentle manner. The acting, music, storyline, and scenery make this movie a gem.
    richhansil

    We need more movies like this.

    A wonderful story of finding love, inspiration, and yourself, this is the kind of romance Hollywood used to make. Director Alexander Jeffery avoided making the usual paint-by-numbers romcom, and instead made an original film starring two talented newcomers in a beautiful location. The male lead (and co-writer of the film) is especially charming, and he's got a bright future ahead. The female lead has an effortless charm and some lovely songs, and their chemistry seems genuine. Do yourself a favor and check this film out, and you get the double win of supporting indie films and letting the market know these films are in demand.
    9ronmac-revue

    Fun - Poetic - Romatic Movie

    I enjoyed the movie, a young man lands in the beautiful town of Taormina Italy and compliments a young lady on her music as she plays guitar and sings with a beautiful backdrop. He is a writer of poetry, she is a singer songwriter. They are both looking for inspiration, they both have secrets. They relate easy and well. Complications are looming. They are both enriched by each other. The end leads you to wonder or write your own conclusion, but there is a good hint. Not full of bad language, instead, good songs, and poetry, and chemistry. Both new actors, Paul Peterson is co-writer of the movie and lead actor. Andrea Von Kampen is the lead actress and is in fact a singer / songwriter introduced in this movie. I looked her up online and am now enjoying her music!
    9twodiamonds

    Lots of reasons to like this film

    I was a little surprised by this film. I got to see it early and fell in love with the characters, the music and the scenery. This is a very low budget movie, but it was done very artistically. The main character. Hal runs into josie a one hit musician looking to find the inspiration for a second hit song. Hal is a poet that wants to find his voice on the page. The two decide to explore the Italian town of. Taormina together and they find a spark that helps their careers. I had never heard of either actors. The one great thing about the movie was introducing me to. Andrea von Kampen. Her music is great so check out her videos. The other thing about this movie is the scenery and if you were an artist you could paint a hundred great paintings from the scenery. The movie felt very honest and moved easily down the Italian streets. Try it I think you will be surprised.
    8jamesmott

    Authentic, Poetic, Scenic

    Andrea von Kampen's songs & performances create the soul of this film, and she and her co-lead Paul Peterson deftly let the story breathe and blossom. Ironically, my initial reaction was how it was unfortunate that the lead actress's singing had to be dubbed in. It took a minute to realize von Kampen is the real deal - singing, playing, and writing her own stuff - not at all a stand-in.

    Gorgeous Italian backdrops frame the actors and color their conversations as they playfully tease their way towards a relationship. The poetry of the screenplay is lovely. I'd prefer an engaging little story like this one, bathed in music, scenery, and smart dialogue, to 1000 CGI blockbusters.

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      Andrea von Kampen recorded a lovely version of "Forever Young" for a 2019 Hafod Hardware Christmas advertisement. avk.fanlink.to/foreveryoung.
    • Quotes

      Josie Day: I just felt like we left things on a bad note, and I think we both said things we didn't mean.

      Hal Flynn: Oh, no. I think we both said exactly what we meant, and that's why it sucks so much to hear it.

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    • Release date
      • October 28, 2022 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Molto Bella
    • Filming locations
      • Taormina, Sicily, Italy(location)
    • Production company
      • Bespoke Works
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    • Budget
      • $250,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 31m(91 min)
    • Color
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.66:1

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