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Rick Jason, Vic Morrow Ted Post, John Peyser, Tom Gries, Sutton Roley, James Komack, Bernard McEveety, Vic Morrow
Description:
Giancarlo de Rosa. When a prostitute is found dead near the Tiber River, the police interview suspects who were in the vicinity at the time. But as they tell their stories, the images on the screen diverge from the tales they tell. The riveting directorial debut of Bernardo Bertolucci! In Italian with English subtitles. 1962/b&w/100 min/NR/widescreen.
La Commare Secca is a groundbreaking Italian film directed by Bernardo Bertolucci, now available on DVD from the renowned Criterion Collection. This 1962 crime drama marks Bertolucci?s directorial debut and is celebrated for its innovative narrative structure and atmospheric cinematography. The story follows the investigation of a prostitute's murder in Rome, unraveling through multiple perspectives that reveal both the complexity of truth and human nature.
Criterion is acclaimed worldwide for its dedication to preserving important classic and contemporary films with high-quality restorations, insightful supplements, and scholarly commentary. Their releases are prized by cinephiles for their attention to detail and historical context.
Bernardo Bertolucci went on to become one of Italy?s most influential directors, later winning Academy Awards for "The Last Emperor" (1987). Notable cast members include Francesco Ruiu as The Soldier; Giancarlo De Rosa as The Pimp; Vincenzo Ciccora as The Thief; each brought authenticity to their roles despite being non-professional actors at the time. Screenwriter Pier Paolo Pasolini?himself an iconic director known for "Accattone" (1961) and "The Gospel According to St Matthew" (1964)?contributed significantly to the film?s unique style.
Actors:
Alvaro D'Ercola, Gabriella Giorgetti, Giancarlo de Rosa, Romano Labate, Vincenzo Ciccora, Allen Midgette, Francesco Rulu, Lorenza Benedetti, Silvio Laurenzi
Director:
Bernardo Bertolucci
Producer:
Antonio Cervi, David W. Duclon, Michael Warren, Robert L. Boyett, Thomas L. Miller, William Bickley