Appassionata
Director: Gianluigi Calderone
Actors: Gabriele Ferzetti, Ornella Muti, Eleonora Giorgi
PlotIn a serene Italian town, Dr. Emilio, a middle-aged and esteemed dentist, leads a seemingly idyllic life with his mentally unstable wife, Elisa. They are part of a close-knit community where appearances and reputations are paramount. The story begins to unravel when two beautiful, adolescent friends, Eugenia and Nicola, provoke shifts in their tranquil world. Initially, the girls’ youthful beauty and charm captivate the doctor and Elisa, fueling an atmosphere tinged with envy and admiration. The intimacy between the couples grows as the innocence of the young women cloaks underlying tensions and unresolved desires.
As time progresses, a complex web of emotions begins to emerge among the four characters, raising questions about fidelity, trust, and emotional boundaries. Dr. Emilio becomes increasingly drawn to the vivacious spirit and unbridled energy of Eugenia and Nicola. His once stable existence begins to falter under the weight of his burgeoning obsessions and the palpable strain in his marriage. The fragile balance within their relationships starts to teeter, marking the onset of personal and moral dilemmas that threaten to upend their lives. The story takes a turn that reveals hidden depths within each character, setting the stage for inevitable confrontations and revelations.
Writers: Gianluigi Calderone, Alessandro Parenzo, Domenico Rafele
Release Date: 01 Apr 1985
Runtime: 96 min
Rating: N/A
Country: Italy
Language: Italian, English
Home Video Reviews
Appassionata's conflicting genres and disturbing themes are partly salvaged by strong performances, but the Blu-ray offers only adequate A/V quality and a single notable isolated score track.
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