When Mom Is Away
2019 · 95 min · ★ 6.5 · Comedy, Family
A stressed-out mom takes off on a 10-day solo vacation, sending her family into chaos as the dad tries to take over the household duties.
Directed by Alessandro Genovesi · Written by Alessandro Genovesi
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Fabio De Luigi Carlo -
Valentina Lodovini Giulia -
Angelica Elli Camilla - B Bianca Usai Bianca
- M Matteo Castellucci Tito
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Diana Del Bufalo Lucia -
Niccolò Senni Alessandro -
Antonio Catania Direttore family market - G Giulia Appolloni Commessa dark negozio
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Giorgia Cardaci Adele -
Enzo Casertano Bidello - V Valentina Cenni Caterina
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