This episodic film has to be seen more than once. The following
are my first-screening impressions. I loved many of the scenes:
the opening shot with the helicopters; the party guests looking at
the beach (near the end of the film); and especially the final shot
(which reminded me of The 400 Blows). La Dolce Vita brings up
the issue of celebrity: whether we're rich or poor, we all love it. It
also looks at the issue of "other people's lives": we always think
someone else is so well off and has got it together this is not
always the case (the grass isn't always greener).The film definitely
leaves an impression and will get you thinking about your life. On a
last note, Marcello Mastroianni gives an outstanding performance.
are my first-screening impressions. I loved many of the scenes:
the opening shot with the helicopters; the party guests looking at
the beach (near the end of the film); and especially the final shot
(which reminded me of The 400 Blows). La Dolce Vita brings up
the issue of celebrity: whether we're rich or poor, we all love it. It
also looks at the issue of "other people's lives": we always think
someone else is so well off and has got it together this is not
always the case (the grass isn't always greener).The film definitely
leaves an impression and will get you thinking about your life. On a
last note, Marcello Mastroianni gives an outstanding performance.