The House by the Medlar Tree (2011)
This film, based on a 19th-century novel by Giovanni Verga, depicts the torrid history of three generations of a Sicilian family. The Malavoglia family, comprising fishermen and women, navigates the challenges of living in a world of shifting fortunes.
Director: Pasquale Scimeca
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 94 min
Release Date: April 29, 2011
Cast
- Antonio Curcia - 'Ntoni
- Giuseppe Firullo - Padron 'Ntoni
- Omar Noto - Alessi
- Doriana La Fauci - La Longa
- Greta Tomasello - Lia
- Giovanni Calcagno - Cantastorie
- Vincenzo Albanese - Pescivendolo
- Salvatore Ragusa - Michele
- Roberta Zitelli - Uzzi
Screenplay
- Pasquale Scimeca (Screenplay)
- Giovanni Verga (Story)
Original Language: it
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The House by the Medlar Tree about?
- This film, based on a 19th-century novel by Giovanni Verga, depicts the torrid history of three generations of a Sicilian family. The Malavoglia family, comprising fishermen and women, navigates the challenges of living in a world of shifting fortunes.
- Who directed The House by the Medlar Tree?
- The House by the Medlar Tree was directed by Pasquale Scimeca.
- Who stars in The House by the Medlar Tree?
- The House by the Medlar Tree stars Antonio Curcia, Giuseppe Firullo, Omar Noto, Doriana La Fauci, Greta Tomasello, Giovanni Calcagno.
- How long is The House by the Medlar Tree?
- The House by the Medlar Tree has a runtime of 1h 34m (94 minutes).
- What genre is The House by the Medlar Tree?
- The House by the Medlar Tree is a Drama film.