The film:

An unknown Menichelli, a young and lively beauty, is desired by two stars of the Italian scene: Ruggero Ruggeri and Amleto Novelli. This breezy story based on an comedy unreleased in Italy at that time is built around Ruggeri, who plays the role of a playboy father who wants to turn into the family delights rejoining his son until then neglected. Novelli, a little uncomfortable in a role that would have required ten years less, is the good-hearted rustic son. Pina Menichelli, adorned with flowers,  wanders about on her bicycle, between not only two men, but also two lifestyles. In this role, she shows off a naturalness that will surprise people who know her only for her decadent performances. Sometimes, though, a dark glimpse reveals the character of the actress, that will stand out in the imagination of the public. 

The film restoration:

The restoration of Papà by Museo Nazionale del Cinema di Torino was based on a tinted positive nitrate print, 580 meters long, and a duplicate negative of the Museo’s collection.

Restoration works were carried out at L’Immagine Ritrovata film restoration laboratory in Bologna in 2012.

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