This delightful 1965 film appeared at the local theater where I was a 16-year-old usher. Ushers used to tire of repeated film screenings, however, I couldn't get enough of this cinematic gem.
An attractive British housewife (Maureen O'Hara) falls for a charming Italian musician (Rosanno Brazzi) and the adventure begins. Her thunderstruck children (Martin Stephens and Elizabeth Dear) become determined to rescue their love-struck mother and to restore family unity.
Director Delmar Daves gives the children plenty of opportunities for abundant scene stealing. Olivia Hussey makes an auspicious film debut as the beautiful Donna. Cinematographer Oswald Morris captures the breathtaking beauty of Italy's Lago di Garda.
Battle of the Villa Fiorita is an enchanting film that the whole family will enjoy.
Review of The Battle of the Villa Fiorita
