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Puccini for Beginners (2006)

Movie ★ 5.5 82 min

Comedy Drama Romance

When her inability to commit leads to a breakup with her girlfriend, opera-loving writer Allegra winds up in the bed of amiable professor Philip. He is so smitten with Allegra that he dumps his lover, Grace, and convinces Allegra to continue their affair. When Allegra meets Grace, sparks fly, and she begins a parallel romance, unaware that her new lover is the woman Philip left to be with her.

Maria Maggenti Director Maria Maggenti Writer

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Quick facts

Released
September 2, 2006
Runtime
82 min
Box office
$89,417
IMDb
tt0492481
Language
Studio
Independent Digital Entertainment

Themes

Cast

Elizabeth Reaser Elizabeth Reaser Allegra Gretchen Mol Gretchen Mol Grace Justin Kirk Justin Kirk Philip Julianne Nicholson Julianne Nicholson Samantha Jennifer Dundas Jennifer Dundas Molly Tina Benko Tina Benko Nell Brian Letscher Brian Letscher Jeff Kate Simses Kate Simses Vivian Nick Sullivan Nick Sullivan Greg Will Bozarth Will Bozarth Jimmy Ken Barnett Ken Barnett Catering Boss James Ransone James Ransone Lone Guy at Bistro Kenji Sushi Waiter

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Frequently asked questions

What is Puccini for Beginners about?
When her inability to commit leads to a breakup with her girlfriend, opera-loving writer Allegra winds up in the bed of amiable professor Philip. He is so smitten with Allegra that he dumps his lover, Grace, and convinces Allegra to continue their affair. When Allegra meets Grace, sparks fly, and she begins a parallel romance, unaware that her new lover is the woman Philip left to be with her.
Who directed Puccini for Beginners?
Puccini for Beginners was directed by Maria Maggenti.
Who stars in Puccini for Beginners?
Puccini for Beginners stars Elizabeth Reaser, Gretchen Mol, Justin Kirk, Julianne Nicholson.
When was Puccini for Beginners released?
Puccini for Beginners is a 2006 comedy, drama, romance film.
Where can I watch Puccini for Beginners?
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