La Chartreuse de Parme


2h 50m 1948

Brief Synopsis

Fabrice Del Dongo (Gerard Philipe), a young archbishop, gives his all to romance rather than to the Church, creating complications for everyone around.The Countess of Sanseverine (Maria Casares), is but one of the women who love him a la folie, spurring jealous retribution in high places from those who in turn want her. From his prison window, Fabrice falls in love with the jailer's daughter who takes a vow to the Virgin Mary to never see him again if his escape succeeds.

Film Details

Also Known As
Certosa di Parma, La
Release Date
1948

Technical Specs

Duration
2h 50m
Sound
Mono
Color
Black and White
Theatrical Aspect Ratio
1.37 : 1

Synopsis

Fabrice Del Dongo (Gerard Philipe), a young archbishop, gives his all to romance rather than to the Church, creating complications for everyone around.The Countess of Sanseverine (Maria Casares), is but one of the women who love him a la folie, spurring jealous retribution in high places from those who in turn want her. From his prison window, Fabrice falls in love with the jailer's daughter who takes a vow to the Virgin Mary to never see him again if his escape succeeds.

Film Details

Also Known As
Certosa di Parma, La
Release Date
1948

Technical Specs

Duration
2h 50m
Sound
Mono
Color
Black and White
Theatrical Aspect Ratio
1.37 : 1

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