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Amanda (2023): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Amanda is a 2023 drama directed by Carolina Cavalli, starring Benedetta Porcaroli as Amanda, Giovanna Mezzogiorno and Galatéa Bellugi. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $133,108 worldwide on a $850,000 budget. Critics gave it 96% on Rotten Tomatoes and 81 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.

IMDb rating
6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes
96%
worldwide gross
$133.1K
Echo Score
73
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Amanda (2023) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Director
Carolina Cavalli
Genre
Drama
Original language
Italian
Budget
$850K
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Amanda About?

The premise of Amanda without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

Amanda explores the life of a 24-year-old woman navigating complex relationships. Raised in a privileged environment, she finds herself in a cycle of unsatisfying connections with men who are emotionally distant. Seeking a deeper connection, she unexpectedly reconnects with a childhood friend, hoping to revive a bond that might lead to genuine human connection and a journey of self-discovery.

Amanda Themes & Keywords

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  • 24 year old
  • childhood friend
  • friend
  • title directed by female
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Cast & crew

Amanda Cast & Characters

Benedetta Porcaroli leads the cast as Amanda, with Giovanna Mezzogiorno as Viola and Galatéa Bellugi as Rebecca. Directed by Carolina Cavalli; 7 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Amanda

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From the director

More from Carolina Cavalli

More films directed by Carolina Cavalli, best-rated first: The Kidnapping of Arabella and Mi hanno sputato nel milkshake.

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Ratings

Amanda Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Amanda 96% on Rotten Tomatoes and 81 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 73/100, strongest in art & craft (85) and weakest in story & flow (65).

73 /100

Amanda Echo Score Breakdown

Amanda presents a visually distinctive debut with strong direction and a charismatic lead performance, earning praise for its composition and deadpan humor. Critics highlight its unconventional narrative and stylistic flair, while several viewers criticize the lack of a clear story arc and limited character relatability. The mixed reception yields a moderate overall rating that reflects both its artistic merits and narrative shortcomings.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 85

    In terms of visual craftsmanship, the film showcases meticulously composed settings and an assured directorial eye. Critics compare its style to Wes Anderson, noting the quirky, deadpan aesthetic, and a user praises the visual stunningness. However, some observe a tension between whimsical visuals and realism. Overall, the art and craft are regarded as a notable strength.

  • Character & Emotion 75

    When evaluating character work, Porcaroli's performance is consistently highlighted as nuanced and energetic, providing a sympathetic core to an otherwise abrasive protagonist. Critics commend the chemistry of the offbeat friendship, while a few viewers find the characters irritating or underdeveloped. The mixed feedback places character depth in a moderately positive range.

  • Story & Flow 65

    Regarding narrative cohesion, the film offers an unconventional, quirky plot that some critics find refreshing and authentically odd. Yet, reviewers note a lack of a clear story arc and uneven pacing, with certain viewers describing the story as stunted or unengaging. This balance of originality and structural weakness leads to a lukewarm story rating.

  • Sensory Experience 80

    In the sensory domain, the movie employs a distinct visual style and deadpan tonal palette that many critics describe as cleverly crafted. The sound design receives less explicit commentary, but the overall sensory experience is praised for its cohesive aesthetic. A user’s comment on visual stunningness reinforces this positive perception.

  • Rewatch Factor 68

    Assessing rewatch value, the film resonates with a niche audience drawn to its idiosyncratic humor and offbeat friendship, leading some to anticipate lasting appeal. Conversely, several viewers find it unwatchable due to narrative and character issues, limiting broader repeatability. The mixed responses result in a moderate rewatch factor.

Plot

Amanda Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Amanda from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the early 2000s, Amanda is a directionless 25-year-old Italian woman who feels detached from her wealthy family—especially her mother and older sister—and she struggles to form real social connections after finishing school in Paris. Rather than stepping into her family’s pharmacy business, she drifts through the city, spending long hours at the local cinematheque, crashing at raves in search of friends, and attempting to forge online connections through video chats while supported by a hotel funded by her parents. She also visits an aging horse tied up at a nearby farm, a small, quiet symbol of her unsettled mood and the gaps she’s trying to fill.

Full summary

The whole story of Amanda, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Amanda Box Office & Budget

Amanda grossed $133,108 worldwide on a $850,000 budget, 16% of what it cost. $28,588 came from the US and Canada and $104,520 (79%) from the rest of the world.

2023 box office

Worldwide gross

$133.1K

16% of its budget back

US & Canada
$28.6K
International
$104.5K
Budget
$850K
US & Canada 21% Rest of the world 79%
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Amanda?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Cars

Cars in Amanda

13 cars on screen, including the Nissan Qashqai and the 2009 Seat Ibiza.

All 13 cars
  • Nissan Qashqai in Amanda Nissan Qashqai Important role
  • 2009 Seat Ibiza in Amanda 2009 Seat Ibiza Important role
  • 2014 Dacia Duster in Amanda 2014 Dacia Duster Background role
  • 2007 Fiat 500 in Amanda 2007 Fiat 500 Background role

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FAQ

Amanda FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Amanda, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Amanda?

Amanda runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was Amanda released?

Amanda was released on July 7, 2023.

Who directed Amanda?

Amanda was directed by Carolina Cavalli.

More films by Carolina Cavalli

Who is in the cast of Amanda?

Amanda stars Benedetta Porcaroli as Amanda, Giovanna Mezzogiorno as Viola and Galatéa Bellugi as Rebecca, among 7 credited actors.

How much did Amanda make at the box office?

Amanda grossed $133,108 worldwide ($28,588 domestic, $104,520 international) on a budget of $850,000.

How is Amanda rated?

Amanda has 6.4/10 on IMDb, 96% on Rotten Tomatoes, 81 on Metacritic and 64% on TMDB.

Does Amanda have a post-credit scene?

No. Amanda has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Amanda in?

The original language of Amanda is Italian.

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