Enzo Jannacci: The Man Behind the Laughter

Discover Jannacci's genius: a life between music and irony
January 5, 2024 by
Enzo Jannacci: The Man Behind the Laughter
homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Get ready for an exciting journey into the world of Enzo Jannacci. "I'm Coming Too" is not just a documentary; it's an exploration of the life, art, and humor of an icon.

Data Sheet

  • Director: Giorgio Verdelli
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Duration: 97 minutes
  • Year: 2023
  • Key Cast: Diego Abatantuono, Cochi Ponzoni, Claudio Bisio, Dori Ghezzi, Ranuccio Sodi, Paolo Conte, Vasco Rossi, Roberto Vecchioni, and Paolo Rossi.

Topic

Imagine stepping into a world where music is not just a collection of notes but a gateway to the absurd, the sentimental, and pure hilarity. That's where "Enzo Jannacci: I'm Coming Too" takes you, on a journey guided by the man who turned songs into a circus of the soul.

In this documentary, we discover that Jannacci was not just a singer or a comedian; he was an alchemist of humor and melody. Like a magician pulling rabbits out of a hat, Jannacci brought forth songs that were simultaneously deep, funny, and sometimes completely off the wall.

His music was like an overly sweetened coffee served with a shot of vodka - an unexpected combination that both wakes you up and leaves you a bit tipsy. His words, his melodies, everything about him was a blend of barroom wisdom, street poetry, and a touch of madness, all served on a plate of Milanese jazz and folk.

"Enzo Jannacci: I'm Coming Too" is a window into this parallel universe where music doesn't follow the rules, where a song can make you laugh until you cry and then make you ponder deeply about life, love, and society. It's a documentary that makes you realize that sometimes the best way to face reality is by looking at it from a slightly skewed angle.

Review

"Enzo Jannacci: I'm Coming Too" is not just a documentary; it's like a ride on the carousel in the amusement park of Italian music. The director, with the skill of a magician, takes us through Jannacci's life, where each scene is a piece of a colorful and slightly crazy mosaic.

The narration is so compelling that you feel like you're in a café with Jannacci, listening to his stories while he offers you a glass of wine and a slice of wisdom. The photography transforms every moment of Jannacci's life into a living picture, with each frame being a memory that comes to life before your eyes, colorful, vibrant, and surprisingly real.

But it's not just a matter of style. The documentary is an emotional journey, a rollercoaster that takes you from laughter to tears and back, all within the span of a musical note. It's as if Jannacci himself is there, pulling at your jacket and saying, "Hey, take a look at this!""

And the rating? Let's give it a solid 10/10 because in a world where documentaries often take themselves too seriously, this is like a breath of fresh air. It's a tribute that doesn't idealize but celebrates a man with all his imperfections, his genius.

Why I Recommend It

If music is your passion and laughter is your favorite meal, this is the documentary for you.

Why I Don't

I don't recommend it if you're looking for something mundane and predictable. This is Jannacci, my friends, and he had nothing mundane about him.

Enzo Jannacci: The Man Behind the Laughter
homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri January 5, 2024

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