The Lovemakers
“A woman's touch becomes a man's obsession”
The death of a wealthy patriarch in 1885 sets off an interfamily power struggle. Son Ferdinando buys out his other relatives in order to gain full control over the dead man's property. But Ferdinando's nephew Amerigo holds out. Amerigo's stance is weakened when he heads for Florence and meets prostitute Bianca.
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About The Lovemakers
The Lovemakers is a 1961 Italian-language drama film directed by Mauro Bolognini. The cast is led by Jean-Paul Belmondo, Claudia Cardinale, Pietro Germi. It has a runtime of 1h 40m.
The Lovemakers was produced by Titanus, Arco Film, and Galatea Film and made in France and Italy. It was released on June 13, 1961.
- Director
- Mauro Bolognini
- Writers
- Vasco Pratolini, Pasquale Festa Campanile, Massimo Franciosa
- Release date
- June 13, 1961
- Original language
- Italian
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France, Italy
- Production
- Titanus, Arco Film, Galatea Film
The Lovemakers cast & crew
The Lovemakers was directed by Mauro Bolognini and written by Vasco Pratolini, Pasquale Festa Campanile, and Massimo Franciosa.
The cast features Jean-Paul Belmondo as Amerigo, Claudia Cardinale as Bianca, Pietro Germi as Stefano, Romolo Valli as Dante, Gabriella Pallotta as Carmelinda, and Gina Sammarco as Maîtresse.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Piero Piccioni, cinematography is by Leonida Barboni, and it was produced by Alfredo Bini.
Is The Lovemakers worth watching?
At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, The Lovemakers is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The Lovemakers
Jean-Paul Belmondo
Amerigo
Claudia Cardinale
Bianca
Pietro Germi
Stefano
Romolo Valli
Dante
Gabriella Pallotta
Carmelinda
Gina Sammarco
Maîtresse
Marcella Valeri
Beppa
Emma Baron
Giovanna
Claudio Biava
Arlecchino
Franco Balducci
Tognaccio
Paola Pitagora
Anna
Paul Frankeur
Ferdinando
The Lovemakers — FAQs
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▸What language is The Lovemakers in?
The Lovemakers is originally in Italian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Lovemakers?
The Lovemakers runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).
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