: Many consider the plot "flyweight" and "predictable," relying on outdated stereotypes of "prudish Americans" and "joyous Italians".

Reviews for the film are mixed, often focusing on the between the leads.

Overall, it is an "utterly charming" 90-minute "daydream" perfect for those who want to see legends share the screen against a beautiful Mediterranean backdrop. You can check JustWatch for current streaming availability. It Started in Naples | Rotten Tomatoes

: Vittorio De Sica is a "scene-stealer" as a skirt-chasing lawyer, and Marietto (Nando) gives a charming, "engaging" performance as the cigarette-smoking child. Critical Reception

: In his second-to-last role, Gable plays a "short-tempered curmudgeon" rather than his typical dashing hero. While some reviewers found him a bit "stiff" or "sourpuss," others enjoyed his seasoned wit.

The movie's greatest strength is its . Filmed in VistaVision on the island of Capri and in the streets of Naples, the visuals are described as "stunning" and "brilliant". Performance Highlights