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: 1998 (often listed as 1999 for international markets).

Michele, caught between his loyalty to his dying friend and his own jealousy, eventually agrees, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and moral dilemmas that test the limits of their friendship. L'amico del cuore

: It is considered a cult classic of 1990s Italian comedy and was one of the highest-grossing Italian films of its year. L'amico Del Cuore - Amazon.se : 1998 (often listed as 1999 for international markets)

: The film features frequent Salemme collaborators like Carlo Buccirosso and Maurizio Casagrande , alongside international model Eva Herzigova in a rare acting role. L'amico Del Cuore - Amazon

The story follows Roberto Babbone (Salemme), a man diagnosed with a serious heart condition who must travel to the United States for a risky surgery he doesn't expect to survive. Before leaving, he makes a shocking "last wish" to his best friend, Michele (played by ): he wants to spend one night with Michele's beautiful wife, Frida (played by Eva Herzigova ).

: Much of the film’s humor and structure reflect Salemme’s background in theater, utilizing fast-paced dialogue and situational irony.