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Massimo Troisi and Roberto Benigni's 'Non ci resta che piangere' Returns to Theaters in Restored Version

other · 2026-06-04

The 1984 Italian comedy film 'Non ci resta che piangere', directed by and starring Massimo Troisi and Roberto Benigni, was re-released in theaters two years ago in a restored version by Lucky Red, thirty years after its original debut. The film, which became the highest-grossing Italian film of the 1984-1985 season, follows two friends, Mario (Troisi) and Saverio (Benigni), who are transported back in time to 1492 after a strange storm. During their journey, they encounter historical figures such as Girolamo Savonarola, Christopher Columbus, and Leonardo da Vinci, attempting to alter history. The film's title is derived from a line in a letter by Francesco Petrarca. Troisi described the film as autobiographical, noting that the idea of traveling to the past resonated with their generation. The restored version was screened for three days in Italian cinemas.

Key facts

  • The film 'Non ci resta che piangere' was released in 1984.
  • It was directed by and starred Massimo Troisi and Roberto Benigni.
  • The film was the highest-grossing Italian film of the 1984-1985 season.
  • The title comes from a letter by Francesco Petrarca.
  • The plot involves time travel to 1492.
  • Historical figures include Savonarola, Columbus, and Leonardo da Vinci.
  • A restored version was released by Lucky Red two years ago.
  • The restored version played for three days in theaters.

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Artists

Institutions

  • Lucky Red
  • Artspecialday

Locations

  • Italy
  • Tuscany

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