The Decameron

History • Drama • Comedy • 1971 • 1h 51m

The Decameron movie poster
RATING3.4
RUNTIME1h 51m
LANGUAGEIT
STATUSReleased
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📖 Synopsis

A young Sicilian is swindled twice, but ends up rich; a man poses as a deaf-mute in a convent of curious nuns; a woman must hide her lover when her husband comes home early; a scoundrel fools a priest on his deathbed; three brothers take revenge on their sister's lover; a young girl sleeps on the roof to meet her boyfriend at night; a group of painters wait for inspiration; a crafty priest attempts to seduce his friend's wife; and two friends make a pact to find out what happens after death.

🎥 Production Details
Tagline
Ribaldry! Rakes and libertines. Raised skirts and lowered lashes. A blush on every cheek. Pasolini. Filming The Decameron. Bringing life to art...and art to life.
Release Status
Released
Genres
History, Drama, Comedy
Director
Pier Paolo Pasolini
Original Language
IT
🎭 Cast
Franco CittiFranco CittiCiappelletto
Ninetto DavoliNinetto DavoliAndreuccio of Perugia
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Jovan JovanovićRustico (scenes deleted)
Angela LuceAngela LucePeronella
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Vincenzo AmatoMasetto of Lamporecchio
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Giuseppe ZigainaMonk
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Maria Gabriella MaioneUna Madonna
V
Vincenzo Cristo
Pier Paolo PasoliniPier Paolo PasoliniAllievo di Giotto
Giorgio IovineGiorgio IovineLizio da Valbona
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Decameron about?
A young Sicilian is swindled twice, but ends up rich; a man poses as a deaf-mute in a convent of curious nuns; a woman must hide her lover when her husband comes home early; a scoundrel fools a priest on his deathbed; three brothers take revenge on their sister's lover; a young girl sleeps on the roof to meet her boyfriend at night; a group of painters wait for inspiration; a crafty priest attempts to seduce his friend's wife; and two friends make a pact to find out what happens after death.
Who directed The Decameron?
The Decameron was directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini.
When was The Decameron released?
The Decameron was released on August 25, 1971.
How long is The Decameron?
The Decameron has a runtime of 1h 51m.
Where can I track The Decameron?
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