
Captain Corelli's Mandolin
Directed by John Madden
Produced by Universal Pictures, StudioCanal
A romantic drama set against the backdrop of WWII on a Greek island, where a woman's love for an Italian commander complicates her loyalty and creates a tender, melancholic story of forbidden connection.
When a fisherman leaves to fight with the Greek army during World War II, his fiancée falls in love with the local Italian commander.
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Is Captain Corelli's Mandolin sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.
Is Captain Corelli's Mandolin easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.
Does Captain Corelli's Mandolin end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 65% of films.
Is Captain Corelli's Mandolin scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
Is Captain Corelli's Mandolin violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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