In You, Me & Tuscany, a young woman escapes to Italy when things at home fall apart.
While eating her feelings in a hotel bar, Anna (Halle Bailey) meets Matteo (Lorenzo de Moor). He wows her with pictures of his villa in Tuscany, encouraging her to take her dream trip. She books her ticket the next day. Then, with nowhere to stay, she decides to crash at his empty villa. But when Matteo’s family finds her, she avoids arrest by letting them believe she’s his fiancée. But the lie soon stands in the way of a potentially real romance with his cousin-brother, Michael (Regé-Jean Page).
The film follows the old school rom-com formula. When Anna and Michael meet, they immediately irritate each other. But it’s not long before they’re constantly making googly eyes at each other. Of course, Anna just needs to tell the truth.
The movie is still fun in spite of being predictable. It doesn’t matter that the moment sparks fly between Michael and Anna, it’s obvious they’ll be together by the end of the movie. Or that when Anna walks into Vincenzo’s kitchen, it’s clear her culinary skills will be put to use sooner than later. The journey to these predictable destinations is entertaining fluff.
The film is not exactly a travelogue, but it does highlight Italy’s best assets: incredible food and breathtaking landscapes. They cook with passion, and everyone eats and drinks with gusto. They take drives through the countryside and romp through massive vineyards. The overall aesthetic is simple, rustic and friendly.
Director: Kat Coiro
Starring: Halle Bailey, Regé-Jean Page and Lorenzo de Moor
