Under the Tuscan Sun (Fullscreen) (2003)

"A charming, highly entertaining romantic adventure full of life, spectacular vistas, and sensual delight.  Mark Sells, Film Threat
"All elements click in "Sun," a shimmering, deeply felt film.  Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter

Editor's Note Who hasn't dreamed at least once of running off to a foreign country and starting a new life? That's exactly what Frances (Diane Lane) does in UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN, directed by Audrey Wells (GUINEVERE). Traveling in Tuscany after a heart-wrenching divorce, Frances surprises herself by making an offer on a rundown villa--the biggest impulse purchase of her life. With the help of a warmhearted, smitten real estate agent and a local contractor with a team of Polish workers, her 300-year-old house is slowly transformed into a home. Along the way, she encounters a larger-than-life British ex-patriot, kind and generous neighbors, and a charming Italian man or two. Essentially, the film is an affirmation that good things can happen if one lets them--and that sometimes what seems like a terrible mistake or a crazy idea is a really a blessing. Lane is completely engaging as Frances, second-guessing her speedy purchase, looking for love, and rediscovering herself. Based on the book by Frances Mayes, the film was shot on location in Rome, Florence, Positano, and Cortona in Italy. The breathtaking scenery is sure to have viewers saving their pennies for next year's vacation--or their Tuscan dream house.

	Diane Lane
	Lindsay Duncan
	Mario Monicelli
	Raoul Bova
	Roberto Nobile
	Sandra Oh
	Vincent Riotta
	Andrew Marcus - Editor
	Arthur Coburn - Editor
	Audrey Wells - Director
	Audrey Wells - Producer
	Audrey Wells - Screenplay
	Frances Mayes - Based On Novel By
	Geoffrey Simpson - Cinematographer
	Tom Sternberg - Producer

New York Times
"...Ms. Wells keeps the movie going with a steady, commanding hand..." 09/26/2003 p.E15

USA Today
"...A fun movie to sit through....And the movie is all Lane, make no mistake..." 09/26/2003 p.8E

Variety
"...A spellbinding display of emotional transparency..." 09/22/2003 p.23

Chicago Sun-Times
"Lane glows with good cheer and we enjoy the escapism." 01/30/2004 p.11

Spirituality & Health
"[T]he perfect tonic for those who have not yet seen how a special place can nurture spiritual transformation." 05/01/2004 pp.72-3

James Berardinelli's ReelViews 7 of 10
I am of the firm opinion that the term "chick flick" (which manifestly applies to this film) should

Chicago Sun-Times 8 of 10
Under the Tuscan Sun is an alluring example of yuppie porn, seducing audiences with a shapely - Roger Ebert