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A Five Star Life is an exquisite Italian film starring Margherita Buy as Irene, a luxury hotel critic traveling to the world's most sumptuous destinations, but without sharing her life with anyone. The film takes us through the ins and outs of the extravagant places she criticizes, all while revealing the emptiness in her life. The film was directed by Maria Sole Tognazzi and is a perfect mixture of escapism and self-discovery.

Irene has a life worth envying. She is a successful hotel critic and travels the world to the most luxurious locations, enjoying the VIP treatment and 5-star accommodations. For her job, she critiques every aspect of the hotel's services, from the food to the occasional sound of the elevator. However, the demanding nature of her job has taken over her life, leaving her with no social life and no time to build any relationships. She is content, though, to keep her life just the way it is, as she believes her job is worth sacrificing everything else.

The film introduces Irene as a character that appears to have everything anyone would ever need to live a happy life, yet, there's something missing, something that she's constantly searching for. She goes to these high-end hotels, and although she's surrounded by people, every encounter is surface-level. Even as she publishes articles about what these hotels offer, she remains at arms-length from the very things she's critiquing. The only thing that offers her a sense of connection is her connection with her niece, but even that relationship struggles as Irene tries to compensate for lost time by pampering her.

Stefano Accorsi stars as Andrea, a man from Irene's past. He pops up unexpectedly and throws her life out of balance. Andrea's arrival challenges Irene's belief that her isolation is a necessary component of the job. In contrast, he believes that she's wasting time by doing her job alone. Through their interactions, Irene realizes that what she's missing is the human connection that Andrea offers her. Andrea brings her joy and emotions that she hasn't experienced in years.

As Irene navigates her own internal conflicts, she begins to question if her job is worth sacrificing the relationships that could arise from it. She struggles to find a balance between work and pleasure. Through her experiences, she discovers that she may have missed out on more valuable things in life, including friendships, family connections, and relationships.

The film examines Irene's life without judgment or bias, it presents her through her relationships and interactions, it lets us experience both the good and the bad. A Five Star Life reminds us that everyone needs to feel a connection with others, that love, friendship, and family are all things worth sacrificing for.

Throughout the film, it provides breathtaking views of luxurious hotels, amicable hospitality, and impeccable accommodations. The aristocratic hotels' pristine appearance depicted in the movie may seem too good to be true, if not for the realistic hotels it feature that is taken from around the world. The movie also highlighted the life of a hotel tester, which was an unusual depiction that provided unique insights into the hospitality industry.

In the end, A Five-Star Life is an authentic portrayal of human emotion, and a reflection on what is truly important in life. It touches on the critical theme of how committing to work with the passion of the field may have consequences that can sometimes cause us to miss out on the essential aspects of life. It is a thought-provoking film that leaves the viewers asking questions about their own lives and their own commitment to the things they value. The movie is highly recommended for anyone looking for a movie that is both satisfying and intellectually stimulating.

A Five Star Life is a 2014 romance movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 25 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.2 and a MetaScore of 51.