About 'Everybody Wants to Be Italian'

'Everybody Wants to Be Italian' is a romantic comedy movie that was released in 2008. The film is about Jake Bianski, a fishmonger at Boston's North End, who is still in love with his ex-girlfriend Isabella who left him eight years ago. His friends, anxious to help him get over his obsession, introduce him to Marisa Costa, an attractive woman whom they mistakenly think is Italian. Because Jake believes Marisa is Italian, he starts a relationship with her. However, it isn't so easy for the two as they have to navigate through their own insecurities, the advice of their friends, and a web of white lies before they can find their happily ever after.

Making / Production

'Everybody Wants to Be Italian' was directed by Jason Todd Ipson. The movie was produced by Jaime Burke and under the Cinipix production company. This romantic comedy was shot in the charming location of Boston, Massachusetts, capturing vibrant Italian neighborhoods.

Actors

• Jay Jablonski as Jake Bianski - Jay gave a solid performance as a love-struck fishmonger who tries to move on from his past.
• Cerina Vincent as Marisa Costa - Cerina Vincent played Marisa as a warm, flirtatious, and beautiful lady who captures Jake's heart.
• John Kapelos as Steve Bottino - John portrayed the character of Steve, Jake's buddy and co-worker, with his comic best.
• John Enos III as Gianluca Tempesti - His role as Gianluca is portrayed with Italian flair and charm.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This film marks the first romantic comedy by director Jason Todd Ipson.
• In reality, Cerina Vincent, who plays Marisa, an Italian woman, is of Italian descent.

Awards

The film did not win any awards but it was warmly received by audiences who enjoyed its charm and wit.

Quotes

• Jake Bianski: "Everybody wants to be Italian because, well... if you're not, you're just a wanna-be!"
• Marisa Costa: "I believed you were Italian. I wanted to believe it. Just like you wanted to believe I was."

Music, Soundtrack

• "O Sole Mio" by 'Eduardo di Capua'
• "Vesti La Giubba (On with The Motley)" by 'Ruggero Leoncavallo'
• "Non Dimenticar (Don't Forget)" by 'Shelly Dobbins'
• "Godfather Love Theme" by 'Nino Rota'