The Malady of Love (1986)
15th-century physician Robert Briand runs a leper colony that accepts new residents who suffer from the ravages of syphilis. When the beautiful Marie-Blanche is brought to the grim, prison-like facility, Briand finds she displays no apparent signs of disease. He risks everything when he falls in love with the woman and makes plans to run away with her.
Director: Giorgio Treves
Genre: Drama, Romance
Runtime: 89 min
Release Date: December 3, 1986
Cast
- Robin Renucci - Robert Briand
- Isabelle Pasco - Marte-Blanche
- Piera Degli Esposti - Thérèse
- Paolo Rossi - Laurent Vita
- Maurizio Donadoni - Philippe
- Franco Citti - Cigal
- Andrzej Seweryn - Pedlar
- Gianfranco Barra - Sodomite
- Valeria Magli - Olivia
- Serge Spira - François, guard
Screenplay
- Vincenzo Cerami (Screenplay)
- Vincenzo Cerami (Story)
Production: France 3 Cinéma, Séléna Audiovisuel, RAI, Istituto Luce-Italnoleggio Cinematografico
Country: France, Italy
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it
More Films by Director: Giorgio Treves
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Malady of Love about?
- 15th-century physician Robert Briand runs a leper colony that accepts new residents who suffer from the ravages of syphilis. When the beautiful Marie-Blanche is brought to the grim, prison-like facility, Briand finds she displays no apparent signs of disease. He risks everything when he falls in love with the woman and makes plans to run away with her.
- Who directed The Malady of Love?
- The Malady of Love was directed by Giorgio Treves.
- Who stars in The Malady of Love?
- The Malady of Love stars Robin Renucci, Isabelle Pasco, Piera Degli Esposti, Paolo Rossi, Maurizio Donadoni, Franco Citti.
- How long is The Malady of Love?
- The Malady of Love has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
- What genre is The Malady of Love?
- The Malady of Love is a Drama, Romance film.
- Where was The Malady of Love produced?
- The Malady of Love was produced in France, Italy.