Luigi’s Ladies

Luigi’s Ladies

A comedy about women, their men, adultery, attempted murder and money … pretty much the fabric of life!

1989 · 91 min · ★ 5.0 · Comedy

Shaken by the stockmarket crash of ’87 … plus a few other distractions like attempted murder, flirtatious affairs and a lunatic, knife wielding chef … their friendship is put to the test! But, rest assured, these resilient women-of-the-world will pull through and enjoy many more entrées together at Luigi’s!

Directed by Judy Morris · Written by Judy Morris

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