A Drama of Jealousy (and other things)
Seen it?1970 | 105 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With almost no lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for romantics and anyone who wants a laugh.
- The mood
- Funny with heart, romantic.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 45 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in Italian, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
- Made in 1970: an older pace and style.
Construction worker Oreste and young fiancee Adelaide meet Nello, a cook in a pizzeria. This love triangle often goes to communist rallies, and enjoys the filthy beaches of Ostia. Will the hostile environment pave a way to jealousy?
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesSolid
7.2 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 7K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Ettore Scola
- Marcello MastroianniOreste
- Monica VittiAdelaide
- Giancarlo GianniniNello
- Manuel ZarzoUgo
- Marisa MerliniSilvana
- Juan DiegoAntonio's Son
- Fernando Sánchez PolackDistrict Head of Communist Party
- Hércules CortésAmbleto di Meo
- Gioia DesideriAdelaide's friend
- Juan DiegoDiego's son