The Venetian (1958)
A playful television adaptation of a Renaissance sex comedy in which two Venetian women compete for the attentions of a charming outsider during carnival. Deliberately theatrical and stylized, the film reflects Bergman’s interest in farce and performance.
Director: Ingmar Bergman
Genre: Comedy, TV Movie
Runtime: 56 min
Release Date: February 21, 1958
Cast
- Folke Sundquist - Julio
- Eva Stiberg - Angela
- Maud Hansson - Nena
- Gunnel Lindblom - Valeria
- Helena Reuterblad - Oria
- Sture Lagerwall - Bernardo
Screenplay
- Giacomo Oreglia
- Bertil Bodén (Adaptation)
Production: Sveriges Radio-TV
Country: Sweden
Language: svenska
Original Language: sv
More Films by Director: Ingmar Bergman
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Venetian about?
- A playful television adaptation of a Renaissance sex comedy in which two Venetian women compete for the attentions of a charming outsider during carnival. Deliberately theatrical and stylized, the film reflects Bergman’s interest in farce and performance.
- Who directed The Venetian?
- The Venetian was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
- Who stars in The Venetian?
- The Venetian stars Folke Sundquist, Eva Stiberg, Maud Hansson, Gunnel Lindblom, Helena Reuterblad, Sture Lagerwall.
- How long is The Venetian?
- The Venetian has a runtime of 56m (56 minutes).
- What genre is The Venetian?
- The Venetian is a Comedy, TV Movie film.
- Where was The Venetian produced?
- The Venetian was produced in Sweden.