Nonnas, now streaming on Netflix, is a warm, food-centric comedy inspired by the true story of Joe Scaravella and his unique Staten Island restaurant, Enoteca Maria, where grandmothers from around the world cook their cherished family recipes for the public. Directed by Stephen Chbosky and written by Liz Maccie, the film blends nostalgia, humor, and the universal comfort of a home-cooked meal.
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The story follows Joe (Vince Vaughn), a Brooklyn native stuck in a dead-end job, who is left adrift after the loss of his beloved mother and grandmother. Seeking solace, Joe turns to the family recipes that once brought him comfort. Using his inheritance, he takes a leap of faith and buys a struggling restaurant in Staten Island, transforming it into Enoteca Maria-a place where the kitchen is run not by professional chefs, but by four Italian nonnas (grandmothers), each representing a different region and culinary tradition.
As Joe and his eclectic team of grandmothers revive the restaurant, they not only serve up unforgettable meals but also rediscover themselves and heal old wounds. The film also explores Joe’s rekindled relationship with Olivia (Linda Cardellini), a high school classmate who helps him navigate the legal and emotional challenges of his new venture. The cast also includes Joe Manganiello, Drea de Matteo and Susan Sarandon.
Nonnas (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
- Nonnas Theme (2:14)
- Pitching the Idea (1:19)
- Joe’s New Restaurant (2:14)
- Teresa Prays for a Miracle (1:25)
- Olivia and Joe Talk (1:32)
- Standing Ovation (1:32)
- The Letter (4:55)
- Celebrating the Dishes (0:45)
- Fire Code Violation (1:09)
- Joe Cooking (1:13)
- What Is Capuzzelle (1:05)
- Roberta and Antonella (1:13)
- Nonnas Bond (1:41)
- Joe’s Appeal (1:18)
- Closed (2:30)
- Food Fight (1:13)
- Cleaning the Kitchen (2:09)
- Enoteca Maria (1:17)
- The Inspector (0:42)
- Joe Breaks the News (1:24)
- The Funeral (1:03)
- C of O Celebration (0:39)
- Nonnas Are Worried (2:28)
- Antipasto (2:45)
- Hyatt Street (feat. China Forbes) – Pink Martini (2:35)
Nonnas Soundtrack – Additional Songs
- Funiculi Funicula – Luigi Denza & Cornelius Oberhauser
- Viva La Pappa Col Pomodoro – Rita Pavone
- Um Desiderio Per L’Estate – Marina Moran, Gianni Ferrio & Gino Marinacci
- Via Veneto – Alexander McCabe
- Morbido – Catalogo Club
- Lazy Mary – Lou Monte
- Too Late For Tears – Andrea Litkei & Ervin Litkei
- Cha Cha Cha Della Segretaria – Piero Ardiente & Jose Luis Ortega
- Vieni – Giancarlo Cavalieri & Vichenzo Orru
- Mille Volte – Nilla Pizzi
- Old Country – Pete Caldera & Alexander McCabe
- A Roma Tutto E Bello – Miranda Martino
- Jealous of You (Tango Della Gelosia) – Connie Francis
- E Ti Dico (Ti Amo) – Sacha Distel
- Lady In Red – Chris de Burgh
- These Boots Are Made For Walking – Eileen
- Angel Eyes – Addictive Tracks
- Scenes from na Italian Restaurant – Billy Joel
- Tarantella Napoletana – Orchestra Mandolinistica Italiana
- Hyatt Street – Pink Martini & China Forbes
- Funiculi Funicula – Luigi Denza & Cornelius Oberhauser
- Tu, Tu Si Tu – Fausto Cigliano
- L’Italia – Angelo Coniglio & Vichenzo Orru
The soundtrack of Netflix Nonnas is a vibrant mixture of Italian classics and contemporary tunes, perfectly complementing the film’s themes of heritage and family. The music features traditional Italian songs such as “Funiculi Funicula” by Ossi Bashiri, “Viva La Pappa Col Pomodoro” by Rita Pavone, and “Tarantella Napoletana” by Mario Rusca, alongside American favorites like “Scenes from an Italian Restaurant” by Billy Joel and “Lady in Red” by Chris de Burgh.
The original score is composed by Marcelo Zarvos (Good American Family, May December and Ray Donovan. A standout is the original song “Hyatt Street,” co-written by director Stephen Chbosky and performed by Pink Martini with China Forbes.