The origins of Mah-na Mah-Na (Sweden: Heaven and Hell, Italy 1968) 1:17-1:19

Mah-Nà Mah-Nà (from “Sweden: Heaven and Hell”, I 1968)

Original was uploaded on 2021-03-24

“Mah Nà Mah Nà/Manah Manah” is a popular song by Italian composer Piero Umiliani. It originally appeared in the Italian film “Sweden: Heaven and Hell” (Svezia, inferno e paradiso).
It was a minor radio hit in the U.S. and in Britain, but became better known internationally for its use by The Muppets and on The Benny Hill Show.

This clip captures a group of young blonde women in 1960s winter fashion walking through a snowy forest path toward a rustic log cabin. Bundled in coats, scarves, and boots while carrying suitcases, they share joyful expressions amid the wintry Scandinavian scenery. The scene shifts indoors to their intimate huddle in a dimly lit space, highlighting the cozy group dynamic.