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Bride of Vengeance (1949)

"Not since the ever famous "Kitty" has Paramount brought you Paulette Goddard in a picture as spectacular as this adventure-filled story of the strangest bridal night in history."

4.519491h 32mEN
DramaAdventureRomanceHistory

Directed by Mitchell Leisen

Rating

4.5/10

Runtime

1h 32m

Language

EN

Release

April 7, 1949

Director

Mitchell Leisen

Official Trailer

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Overview

The tiny independent duchy of Ferrara is located between Casare Borgia's Rome and Venice, and Borgia has plans to conquer Venice via Ferrara. He murders his sister's husband and makes it appear that Alfonso D'Este of Ferrara was behind the killing. To avenge herself against Ferrara and D'Este, Lucre...

Cast

Paulette Goddard

Paulette Goddard

Lucretia Borgia

John Lund

John Lund

Alfonso D'Este

Macdonald Carey

Macdonald Carey

Cesare Borgia

Albert Dekker

Albert Dekker

Vanetti

John Sutton

John Sutton

Prince Bisceglie

Raymond Burr

Raymond Burr

Michelotto

Donald Randolph

Donald Randolph

Tiziano

Charles Dayton

Charles Dayton

Bastino

Anthony Caruso

Anthony Caruso

Captain of the Guard

Dick Foote

Dick Foote

Negligent Sentry

William Farnum

William Farnum

Conti Peruzzi

Kate Drain Lawson

Kate Drain Lawson

Gemma

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Bride of Vengeance (1949), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The tiny independent duchy of Ferrara is located between Casare Borgia's Rome and Venice, and Borgia has plans to conquer Venice via Ferrara. He murders his sister's husband and makes it appear that Alfonso D'Este of Ferrara was behind the killing. To avenge herself against Ferrara and D'Este, Lucretia Borgia marries D'Este and intends to poison him. But...she falls in love with him.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Bride of Vengeance. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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