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Operation Holidays 2012

★ 4.841 votes90 min📅 2012-05-23

"Stai facendo o' spiritáus?"

Operation Holidays (2012) is a madcap Italian comedy directed by Claudio Fragasso that follows Bebo Conforti, a charismatic piano bar singer whose life takes a chaotic turn when he's forced to flee mid-performance. The reason?

Director: Claudio Fragasso

Cast

Jerry Calà
Jerry Calà
Bebo Conforti
Enzo Salvi
Enzo Salvi
Nando
Maurizio Mattioli
Maurizio Mattioli
Lino Picozza
Massimo Ceccherini
Massimo Ceccherini
Spino
Valeria Marini
Valeria Marini
Nadia Escorti
Francesco Pannofino
Francesco Pannofino
Fefè Lucanica
Veronica Ciardi
Veronica Ciardi
Natalina
Rocco Ciarmoli
Rocco Ciarmoli
Lello Spada
Lallo Circosta
Lallo Circosta
Gino
Diana Del Bufalo
Diana Del Bufalo
Rossana

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Operation Holidays (2012) about?

Operation Holidays follows Bebo Conforti, a piano bar singer who becomes the unlikely target of a bumbling crime boss after his daughter reveals she's pregnant with Bebo's child. The film chronicles his desperate escape through a series of comedic mishaps, as the boss's incompetent henchmen fail spectacularly to capture him.

Who directed Operation Holidays?

Operation Holidays was directed by Claudio Fragasso, known for his work in Italian genre films blending comedy and drama.

Who stars in Operation Holidays?

The film stars Jerry Calà, Enzo Salvi, Maurizio Mattioli, Massimo Ceccherini, and Valeria Marini in key roles.

Is Operation Holidays (2012) worth watching?

While it may not be a high-stakes thriller, Operation Holidays delivers solid laughs thanks to its energetic cast and playful satire of Italian mob tropes. Fans of classic Italian comedies or slapstick farces will likely find it a fun, if lightweight, diversion.

How long is Operation Holidays?

Operation Holidays has a runtime of 90 minutes.

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About Operation Holidays (2012) — A hilarious Italian comedy chase gone gloriously wrong

Operation Holidays (2012) is a madcap Italian comedy directed by Claudio Fragasso that follows Bebo Conforti, a charismatic piano bar singer whose life takes a chaotic turn when he's forced to flee mid-performance. The reason? A local crime boss, Fefè Lucanica, has learned his daughter Monica is carrying Bebo's child and wants him captured—or worse. What starts as a high-stakes chase quickly spirals into a farce filled with bumbling henchmen, absurd twists, and a heap of comedic misadventures. Fragasso's film thrives on the clash between Bebo's desperate charm and the incompetent chaos surrounding Fefè's operation, blending sharp satire with slapstick energy.

Set against a backdrop of neon-lit bars and sun-soaked Italian streets, Operation Holidays delivers a lighthearted yet sharp critique of small-time crime families, where loyalty is as unstable as the plans themselves. The movie balances frenetic pacing with moments of unexpected heart, anchored by a cast that leans into the absurdity with gusto. It's a nostalgic throwback to classic Italian comedies, perfect for fans of over-the-top humor and quirky character dynamics.