The Ship (1921)

Tragedy by Gabriele D'Annunzio

The Ship (1921) poster

The newly-settled city of Venice in the Sixth Century AD: A wandering people struggle to establish Christian Theocracy. Basiliola Faledro, an exotic dancer, wicked and cunning, arrives from faraway lands seeking to avenge her pagan lineage; Her father and brothers blinded and humilated by frenzied zealots. Her primary targets are the brothers Gràtico, both newly-elected to positions of power: One, Marco, an arbiter and tribune, the other, Sergio, a bishop. The title refers to a bold pronouncement made by Deaconess Ema Gràtico to her subjects the Venetians, a seafaring and desperate tribe-- That their native homeland is aboard a ship.

Director: Gabriellino D'Annunzio, Mario Roncoroni
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 86 min
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Music: Ildebrando Pizzetti
Production: Ambrosio-Zanotta, Società Anonima Ambrosio
Country: Italy
Language: No Language
Original Language: it
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Ship about?
The newly-settled city of Venice in the Sixth Century AD: A wandering people struggle to establish Christian Theocracy. Basiliola Faledro, an exotic dancer, wicked and cunning, arrives from faraway lands seeking to avenge her pagan lineage; Her father and brothers blinded and humilated by frenzied zealots. Her primary targets are the brothers Gràtico, both newly-elected to positions of power: One, Marco, an arbiter and tribune, the other, Sergio, a bishop. The title refers to a bold pronouncement made by Deaconess Ema Gràtico to her subjects the Venetians, a seafaring and desperate tribe-- That their native homeland is aboard a ship.
Who directed The Ship?
The Ship was directed by Gabriellino D'Annunzio, Mario Roncoroni.
Who stars in The Ship?
The Ship stars Ida Rubinstein, Alfredo Boccolini, Ciro Galvani, Mary Cleo Tarlarini, Mario Mariani.
How long is The Ship?
The Ship has a runtime of 1h 26m (86 minutes).
What genre is The Ship?
The Ship is a Drama, History film.
Where was The Ship produced?
The Ship was produced in Italy.