The Charterhouse of Parma (1948)

Name: The Charterhouse of Parma
Genre: Drama, Romance
Released: 1948
Duration: 170 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Gérard Philipe, Renée Faure, María Casares, Louis Salou, Louis Seigner

2h 50m France, Italy

Drama Romance

Plot

Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Italy, Fabrice Del Dongo, portrayed by Gérard Philipe, navigates a tumultuous path between love and duty. A young archbishop, he becomes entangled in passionate affairs, particularly with the enchanting Countess of Sanseverine, played by Maria Casares. Their romance sparks jealousy among the elite, leading to Fabrice's imprisonment. From his cell, he finds himself captivated by his jailer's daughter, igniting a daring escape plan. However, she vows to forsake him if he succeeds. Themes of spiritual longing clash with earthly desires, culminating in the chaos surrounding the Charterhouse of Parma.

Cast

Gérard Philipe Renée Faure María Casares Louis Salou Louis Seigner Tullio Carminati Lucien Coëdel Aldo Silvani Maria Michi Claudio Gora Mario Gallina Albert Rémy Nerio Bernardi Renato Chiantoni Emilio Cigoli

The Charterhouse of Parma (1948)

Plot

Cast

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