Papà dice messa

The film follows Father Arturo, a well-meaning parish priest, who faces challenges due to the lack of engagement from his parishioners and pressure from his bishop. His life takes a turn when Francesco, the son he fathered twenty years ago, reenters his life with news that he is about to become a grandfather. The plot thickens as Francesco goes missing, prompting Father Arturo and his son's pregnant girlfriend, Matilda, to embark on a quest to find him.

With a cast including Renato Pozzetto and Teo Teocoli, this comedy provides a blend of familial themes and comedic situations. The film's focus on personal relationships and the comedic pitfalls of Father Arturo's situation makes it a notable entry in the genre of 1990s Italian comedy. For collectors, "Papà dice messa" is available on DVD, making it a physical media option worth considering for those interested in international comedies from this era.