Evil Thoughts

Mario Marani is a well-respected lawyer in late 70s Milan, with a wonderful wife and a high social life. But Mario has a problem: every time he sees his wife talking to one of their friends he immediately visualises them in a hot affair. His jealousy spirals out of control, until a young man who hides inside their flat crosses his path.

Directed by Ugo Tognazzi, Evil Thoughts leans on a strong ensemble — Ugo Tognazzi, Edwige Fenech, Paolo Bonacelli — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 1976.