Gradiva (1970)
After unearthing an ancient bas-relief sculpture of the gradiva or ‘woman who walks’ a young archaeologist begins to dream of the figure eluding him, while also pursuing a mysterious woman who eludes him in his waking life. Based on the novella by Wilhelm Jensen.
Director: Giorgio Albertazzi
Genre: Fantasy
Runtime: 94 min
Release Date: January 1, 1970
Cast
- Laura Antonelli - Gradiva
- Peter Chatel - Norbert
- Giorgio Albertazzi - Psychologist
- Joseph Wheeler
- Marilù Tolo
- Bianca Toccafondi
- Penny Brown
- Ugo Cardea
- Rita Calderoni
- Giuliano Esperanti
Screenplay
- Giuseppe Berto (Screenplay)
- Giorgio Albertazzi (Screenplay)
- Ghigo De Chiara (Screenplay)
- Wilhelm Jensen (Short Story)
Music: Mario Nascimbene
Cinematography: Stelvio Massi
Production: Fulco
Country: Italy
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it
More Films by Director: Giorgio Albertazzi
More Films in Genre: Fantasy
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Gradiva about?
- After unearthing an ancient bas-relief sculpture of the gradiva or ‘woman who walks’ a young archaeologist begins to dream of the figure eluding him, while also pursuing a mysterious woman who eludes him in his waking life. Based on the novella by Wilhelm Jensen.
- Who directed Gradiva?
- Gradiva was directed by Giorgio Albertazzi.
- Who stars in Gradiva?
- Gradiva stars Laura Antonelli, Peter Chatel, Giorgio Albertazzi, Joseph Wheeler, Marilù Tolo, Bianca Toccafondi.
- How long is Gradiva?
- Gradiva has a runtime of 1h 34m (94 minutes).
- What genre is Gradiva?
- Gradiva is a Fantasy film.
- Where was Gradiva produced?
- Gradiva was produced in Italy.