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Masoch (1980)

7.519801h 50mIT
Drama

Directed by Franco Brogi Taviani

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

1h 50m

Language

IT

Release

August 30, 1980

Director

Franco Brogi Taviani

Overview

Aurora Rumelin is happy because the noble writer Leopold Sacher-Masoch has asked for her hand. Little by little the marriage goes into crisis mainly because Leopold asks his wife to beat him before sexual relations and to treat him like a slave. Both spouses have lovers and, in the end, the marriage...

Cast

Paolo Malco

Paolo Malco

Leopold (Leopold von Sacher Masoch)

Francesca De Sapio

Francesca De Sapio

Wanda (Aurora Rumelin)

Fabrizio Bentivoglio

Fabrizio Bentivoglio

Alexander

Inga Alexandrova

Inga Alexandrova

Irina

Remo Remotti

Remo Remotti

Grunwald

Valeria D'Obici

Valeria D'Obici

Ulda

Claudio Sorrentino

Claudio Sorrentino

Armand

Dario Mazzoli

Dario Mazzoli

Staudenheim

Stefano Calanchi

Stefano Calanchi

Il Greco

Franca Lumachi

Franca Lumachi

Levatrice

Mario Castaldi

Mario Castaldi

Servo

Fabio Farris

Fabio Farris

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Masoch (1980), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Aurora Rumelin is happy because the noble writer Leopold Sacher-Masoch has asked for her hand. Little by little the marriage goes into crisis mainly because Leopold asks his wife to beat him before sexual relations and to treat him like a slave. Both spouses have lovers and, in the end, the marriage ends in divorce.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Masoch. 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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