Made in Italy: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003)

Tuesday, May 21st @ 5pm: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003). Frances Mayes, a 35-year-old San Francisco writer, gets a divorce that leaves her with terminal writer's block and depression. Later, she decides to buy a house in Tuscany in order to change her life. Directed by Audrey Wells. Starring Diane Lane, Raoul Bova and Sandra Oh. 1h 53m.

Other films in this series:

Tuesday, May 7 @ 4:30 PM: The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999). In late 1950s New York, a young underachiever named Tom Ripley is sent to Italy to retrieve Dickie Greenleaf, a rich and spoiled millionaire playboy. But when the errand fails, Ripley takes extreme measures. Directed by Anthony Minghella. Starring Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow and Jude Law. 2h 19m.

Tuesday, May 28th @ 5pm: Enchanted April (1991). Four women in post World War I England decide to vacation in an Italian villa to escape the drudgery of their lives. Directed by Mike Newell. Starring Joan Plowright, Miranda Richardson and Polly Walker. 1h 35m.

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