The Profiteer
Originally released in 1974. The Profiteer is a romance/drama film. directed by Sergio Nasca.
Starring Valeria Moriconi, Al Cliver, and Janet Ågren
Synopsis
In the city of Ostuni in Puglia, the mute seminarian Ercole is designated to be the driver and nurse of Parsifal, the paraplegic son in a rich and sanctimonious family of landowners. Ercole soon becomes the lover of his master's wife, the beautiful Baroness Clotilde. In a familial and social context where only money, sex and power count, everyone tries to take advantage of everyone, but the real saprophyte turns out to be Ercole.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 20, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (9 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Top Cast
Valeria Moriconi
as Baroness Clotilde Bezzi
Al Cliver
as Servant
Janet Ågren
as Teresa Adiutori
Carlo Monni
as Santone
Giancarlo Marinangeli
as Parsifal
Cinzia Bruno
as Brünhilde
Giancarlo Badessi
as Priest
Leopoldo Trieste
as don Vito
Pia Morra
as Addolorata, la fantesca
Maria Tedeschi
as nonna di Teresa
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Ministero del Turismo e dello Spettacolo
- Belial
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Profiteer about?
In the city of Ostuni in Puglia, the mute seminarian Ercole is designated to be the driver and nurse of Parsifal, the paraplegic son in a rich and sanctimonious family of landowners. Ercole soon be...
Who directed The Profiteer?
The Profiteer was directed by Sergio Nasca.
How long is The Profiteer?
The Profiteer has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was The Profiteer released?
The Profiteer was released on March 20, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Profiteer?
The main cast of The Profiteer includes Valeria Moriconi, Al Cliver, Janet Ågren, Carlo Monni, Giancarlo Marinangeli.