Red Desert
"This is the story of a woman… Her hidden thirsts and hungers…"
Originally released in 1964. Red Desert is a drama film. directed by Michelangelo Antonioni.
Starring Monica Vitti, Richard Harris, and Carlo Chionetti
Synopsis
In an industrializing Italian town, a married woman, rendered mentally unstable after a traffic accident, drifts into an affair with a friend of her husband.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 4, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 57m
117 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (490 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Top Cast
Monica Vitti
as Giuliana
Richard Harris
as Corrado Zeller
Carlo Chionetti
as Ugo
Xenia Valderi
as Linda
Rita Renoir
as Emilia
Lili Rheims
as Telescope Operator's Wife
Aldo Grotti
as Max
Valerio Bartoleschi
as Valerio
Emanuela Pala Carboni
as Girl in Fable
Giuliano Missirini
as Radio Telescope Operator
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Federiz
- Francoriz Production
- Film Duemila
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Desert about?
In an industrializing Italian town, a married woman, rendered mentally unstable after a traffic accident, drifts into an affair with a friend of her husband.
Who directed Red Desert?
Red Desert was directed by Michelangelo Antonioni.
How long is Red Desert?
Red Desert has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
When was Red Desert released?
Red Desert was released on September 4, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Red Desert?
The main cast of Red Desert includes Monica Vitti, Richard Harris, Carlo Chionetti, Xenia Valderi, Rita Renoir.
Is Red Desert worth watching?
Red Desert has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 490 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.