Bread and Tulips (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 7.3

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Released in 2000, Bread and Tulips is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Silvio Soldini, running about 114 minutes. “Imagine your life. Now go live it.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. An endearing light comedy about a woman who spontaneously becomes a resident of Venice after her family left her behind. While enjoying the wonderful people she meets she achieves a new life and the first time independent of her family.

Who’s in it. Bread and Tulips stars Licia Maglietta as Rosalba Barletta, Bruno Ganz as Fernando Girasoli, Giuseppe Battiston as Costantino Maria Caponangeli and Antonio Catania as Mimmo Barletta, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Bread and Tulips has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $8.5M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bread and Tulips page.

If you liked it. Fans of Bread and Tulips tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bread and Tulips (2000)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bread and Tulips change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Bread and Tulips worth watching?
Bread and Tulips holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Bread and Tulips?
Bread and Tulips stars Licia Maglietta, Bruno Ganz, Giuseppe Battiston, Antonio Catania and Marina Massironi.
When was Bread and Tulips released?
Bread and Tulips was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.