Puccini for Beginners (2006)

A recently-singled New York writer finds herself in two surprising and complicated relationships.

Director:

Maria Maggenti

Writer:

Maria Maggenti

Stars:

Ken Barnett, Julianne Nicholson, Brian Letscher

1 win & 1 nomination.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Ken Barnett	...	Catering Boss
Julianne Nicholson	...	Samantha
Brian Letscher	...	Jeff
Elizabeth Reaser	...	Allegra
Gretchen Mol	...	Grace
Justin Kirk	...	Philip
Tina Benko	...	Nell
Kate Simses	...	Vivian
Natalie Havermeyer	...	Turandot
Mimi Molligher	...	Woman in Elevator
Maggie Moore	...	Woman in Park
Craig Archibald	...	Man in Park
Yasu Suzuki	...	Sushi Chef 1
Yoshiro Kono	...	Sushi Chef 2
Jennifer Dundas	...	Molly

Storyline

Allegra, an opera-loving writer in New York, eschews commitment, so her girlfriend, Samantha, leaves her. Allegra misses Sam, and resents the accusation that she's afraid to say "I love you," but she's soon involved with two people - Grace and Philip - who, unbeknownst to her, have just broken up with each other. Allegra juggles the two affairs, telling neither about the other; each likes her more and more as her old fears start making her itchy. Things come to a head at an engagement party where Allegra is pinch-hitting as a catering assistant.

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Plot Keywords:

writer | affair | party | love | engagement party | 

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Taglines:

A Comedy of Operatic Proportions

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Genres:

Comedy | Romance

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

7 February 2007 (France)

Also Known As:

Triangle of Love

Filming Locations:

New York City, New York, USA

Box Office

Opening Weekend:

$13,380 (USA) (2 February 2007)

Gross:

$89,417 (USA) (22 June 2007)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Eden Wurmfeld Films, InDigEnt (Independent Digital Entertainment)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

82 min 82 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Goofs

If you look really close during the first sex scene between Philip and Allegra, you can see Philip's underwear.

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Quotes

Allegra: It's hell being alone.
Woman on Bench: No honey, hell is other people.

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Connections

References The L Word (2004)

User Reviews

Excellent Movie

I was a little leery at first when I read the synopsis, but this is one movie I thoroughly enjoyed. The characters were interconnected, well chosen, and delivered good performances. However, I think the magic in this movie is the script and direction. As a gay person who loves gay themed movies, this one really stood out with a bizarre quad love story. People who found something in common with one person, whether they were alike or different. One of the things I liked most about the story had nothing to do with the main characters but the sushi chefs who added comedy at the right moment. I recognized the main male character from TRICK and I'm glad to see him in something else, his character free flowing style and intellect was the perfect counterpart for the main lesbian character to be mesmerized by. But we all too soon learn, she's easily mesmerized. Anyway, I say let's add this to our top 20 list gay movies that hits the A list as far as I'm concerned. Watch it, enjoy it.