Viaggio — Con Anita

(released in English as Lovers and Liars ) is a fascinating 1979 Italian comedy-drama directed by Mario Monicelli . While often viewed on the surface as a lighthearted rom-com, it carries a deep cinematic lineage—it was originally a project conceived by Federico Fellini in 1957 following the death of his own father. Origins and Fellini’s "Ghost" Project

The film features a notable score by the legendary Ennio Morricone , which helps balance the film's transition from light comedy to the more somber reflections on mortality and family. Viaggio con Anita

The film sits at the end of an era for the "Comedy Italian Style," moving toward a more melancholic view of society where characters struggle to find genuine connection amidst their own falsehoods. (released in English as Lovers and Liars )

This remains Hawn's only foreign-produced film, showcasing her ability to play a role that is both zany and emotionally grounding against a more cynical European backdrop. The film sits at the end of an