The Flavor of Corn (1989)
Lorenzo, a handsome first-year professor in an isolated Italian village, falls under the spell of his most beguiling pupil, a dark-haired, starry-eyed 12-year-old named Duilio. As Lorenzo's relationship with his heartless girlfriend deteriorates, he finds himself walking the fields with his loving student. When their idyllic friendship is questioned by Duilio's suspicious stepmother, Lorenzo is brought to a crisis of conscience.
Director: Gianni Da Campo
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 93 min
Release Date: July 9, 1989
Cast
- Lorenzo Lena - Lorenzo
- Marco Mestriner - Duilio
- Alba Mottura - Cecilia
- Egidio Termine - Bruno
- Marina Vlady - Duilio's Stepmother
- Mattia Pinoli - Duilio's Grandfather
- Paolo Garlato - Duilio's Father
- Elisabetta Barbini - Duilio's Grandmother
- Elena Barbalich - Adalgisa
- Efisio Coletti - Headmaster
Screenplay
Editing: Fernanda Indoni
Production: Antea Cinematografica, RAI, Award Films International
Country: Italy
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it
Themes
Mentor-Student and Guidance Bonds
Keywords
italian, male homosexuality, couple, teacher student relationship, homoeroticism, lgbt, lgbt teen, gay theme
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Flavor of Corn about?
- Lorenzo, a handsome first-year professor in an isolated Italian village, falls under the spell of his most beguiling pupil, a dark-haired, starry-eyed 12-year-old named Duilio. As Lorenzo's relationship with his heartless girlfriend deteriorates, he finds himself walking the fields with his loving student. When their idyllic friendship is questioned by Duilio's suspicious stepmother, Lorenzo is brought to a crisis of conscience.
- Who directed The Flavor of Corn?
- The Flavor of Corn was directed by Gianni Da Campo.
- Who stars in The Flavor of Corn?
- The Flavor of Corn stars Lorenzo Lena, Marco Mestriner, Alba Mottura, Egidio Termine, Marina Vlady, Mattia Pinoli.
- How long is The Flavor of Corn?
- The Flavor of Corn has a runtime of 1h 33m (93 minutes).
- What genre is The Flavor of Corn?
- The Flavor of Corn is a Drama film.
- Where was The Flavor of Corn produced?
- The Flavor of Corn was produced in Italy.
- What are the themes of The Flavor of Corn?
- The themes of The Flavor of Corn include: Mentor-Student and Guidance Bonds.