Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Strong
- Complexity
- Layered
- Violence
- None
- witty
- volatile
- intimate
- date night
- relationship drama night
What critics said
Critics generally viewed the film as an engaging, emotionally energetic Italian romantic dramedy, with particular appreciation for its performances and relationship-focused writing.
What sets it apart
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Carlo's panic after Giulia's pregnancy announcement drives the central conflict and exposes his fear of adult responsibility.
Carlo, Giulia, Paolo, Adriano, Alberto, Anna, and Francesca face parallel relationship and responsibility crises.
Carlo and his friends reluctantly confront marriage, parenthood, ageing, and the consequences of romantic choices.
The film presents romantic uncertainty and interpersonal arguments with an energetic, candid, emotionally charged register.
Films like The Last Kiss, and why
The Worst Person in the World
relationship-centered romantic drama balancing commitment anxiety, emotional volatility, and ensemble character conflict
Loving Couples
romantic dramedy about adulthood, infidelity, and uncertain commitment with a witty yet bittersweet tone
The Big Chill
ensemble relationship drama examining marriage, emotional immaturity, and the pressure of settling down
Movie Details
- Director
- Gabriele Muccino
- Release Date
- 2001-02-01
- Runtime
- 115 min
- Rating
- 6.4 / 10 (539)
Cast
- Stefano Accorsi
- Giovanna Mezzogiorno
- Stefania Sandrelli
- Martina Stella
- Claudio Santamaria
- Giorgio Pasotti
- Marco Cocci
- Pierfrancesco Favino
- Sabrina Impacciatore
- Regina Orioli
Common questions
- What is The Last Kiss about?
- A commitment-shy young man and his friends confront pregnancy, partnership, and the uncomfortable responsibilities of growing up.
- What is The Last Kiss like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of The Last Kiss as brisk, its intensity as strong and its storytelling as layered.
- Is The Last Kiss violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in The Last Kiss.
- What did critics think of The Last Kiss?
- Critics generally viewed the film as an engaging, emotionally energetic Italian romantic dramedy, with particular appreciation for its performances and relationship-focused writing.
- Which films are like The Last Kiss?
- Films with a similar feel include The Worst Person in the World, Loving Couples, and The Big Chill.
- How long is The Last Kiss?
- The Last Kiss runs 115 minutes.
