Like Crazy (La Pazza Gioia)

THE GIST: Two women held in a mental institution couldn't be more different from each other, but when the chance presents itself to run away, they do it together, embarking on the adventure of a lifetime and getting to know one another much better.

Like Crazy grabbed me from the very beginning and never let go. It's almost like a Thelma & Louise on steroids and opiates.

Valeria Bruni Tedeschi and Micaela Ramazzotti are spellbinding. Both were nominated for Best Lead Actress for the Italian equivalent of the Oscars, the David di Donatello, and the former actually won.

The movie also won the David for Best Picture, Director, Production Design, and Hair Design/Styling. It was nominated in other nine categories!

THE BOTTOM LINE: I wholeheartedly recommend this movie. Don't be scared by the subtitles. It's a trip worth taking!

Grade: 8.5