The Decameron poster

The Decameron (1971)

"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."

6.819711h 51mIT
HistoryDramaComedy

Directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

1h 51m

Language

IT

Release

August 25, 1971

Director

Pier Paolo Pasolini

Official Trailer

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Overview

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 ro...

Cast

Franco Citti

Franco Citti

Ciappelletto

Ninetto Davoli

Ninetto Davoli

Andreuccio of Perugia

Jovan Jovanović

Jovan Jovanović

Rustico (scenes deleted)

Angela Luce

Angela Luce

Peronella

Vincenzo Amato

Vincenzo Amato

Masetto of Lamporecchio

Giuseppe Zigaina

Giuseppe Zigaina

Monk

Maria Gabriella Maione

Maria Gabriella Maione

Una Madonna

Vincenzo Cristo

Vincenzo Cristo

Pier Paolo Pasolini

Pier Paolo Pasolini

Allievo di Giotto

Giorgio Iovine

Giorgio Iovine

Lizio da Valbona

Salvatore Bilardo

Salvatore Bilardo

Vincenzo Ferrigno

Vincenzo Ferrigno

Giannello

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Decameron (1971), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

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.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Decameron. 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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