Based on the novel by Gabriele d’Annunzio, this final film by revered director Luchino Visconti follows arrogant Roman aristocrat Tullio Hermil as he openly cheats on his wife, Giuliana. Carrying on an affair with his scheming mistress, Teresa Raffo, without any concern for his spouse, Tullio becomes jealous when he suspects Giuliana is having an affair of her own, leading to conflict and, ultimately, tragedy.
Set in the late 19th century in Italy,
Starring Giancarlo Giannini, Laura Antonelli, Jennifer O’Neill, Marc Porel, Marie Dubois.
In Italian with English subtitles.
Not rated but contains mature themes, sexual situations and nudity.
Note: This art film has high production values and sumptuous settings, but is offbeat and dark.