The Betrothed
Originally released in 1922. The Betrothed is a history/drama film. directed by Mario Bonnard. With a runtime of 2h 20m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Emilia Vidali, Domenico Serra, and Ninì Dinelli
Synopsis
Based on the famous historical novel by Alessandro Manzoni, and set between 1628 and 1630 in Lombardy, Northern Italy, during the Spanish domination, the film displays the marriage between two young textile workers, Renzo and Lucia. The 1922 version is one of the most ambitious and spectacular films in all Italian silent cinema, with remarkable mass scenes and some images that sparked controversy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 11, 1922
103 years ago
Runtime
2h 20m
140 minutes total
User Rating
7.6/10
Great (4 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Top Cast
Emilia Vidali
as Lucia Mondella
Domenico Serra
as Renzo Tramaglino
Ninì Dinelli
as La monaca di Monza
Mario Parpagnoli
as Don Rodrigo
Rodolfo Badaloni
as L'Innominato
Umberto Scalpellini
as Don Abbondio
Ida Carloni Talli
as Agnese Mondella
Raimondo Van Riel
as Il Griso
Rinaldo Rinaldi
as Lo Sfregiato
Olga Capri
as Perpetua
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Betrothed about?
Based on the famous historical novel by Alessandro Manzoni, and set between 1628 and 1630 in Lombardy, Northern Italy, during the Spanish domination, the film displays the marriage between two youn...
Who directed The Betrothed?
The Betrothed was directed by Mario Bonnard.
How long is The Betrothed?
The Betrothed has a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes (140 minutes total).
When was The Betrothed released?
The Betrothed was released on August 11, 1922 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Betrothed?
The main cast of The Betrothed includes Emilia Vidali, Domenico Serra, Ninì Dinelli, Mario Parpagnoli, Rodolfo Badaloni.