The Ship
"Tragedy by Gabriele D'Annunzio"
Originally released in 1921. The Ship is a drama/history film. directed by Gabriellino D'Annunzio. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ida Rubinstein, Alfredo Boccolini, and Ciro Galvani
Synopsis
The newly-settled city of Venice in the Sixth Century AD: A wandering people struggle to establish Christian Theocracy. Basiliola Faledro, an exotic dancer, wicked and cunning, arrives from faraway lands seeking to avenge her pagan lineage; Her father and brothers blinded and humilated by frenzied zealots. Her primary targets are the brothers Gràtico, both newly-elected to positions of power: One, Marco, an arbiter and tribune, the other, Sergio, a bishop. The title refers to a bold pronouncement made by Deaconess Ema Gràtico to her subjects the Venetians, a seafaring and desperate tribe-- That their native homeland is aboard a ship.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 24, 1921
104 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
5.1/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Ambrosio-Zanotta
- Società Anonima Ambrosio
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ship about?
The newly-settled city of Venice in the Sixth Century AD: A wandering people struggle to establish Christian Theocracy. Basiliola Faledro, an exotic dancer, wicked and cunning, arrives from faraway...
Who directed The Ship?
The Ship was directed by Gabriellino D'Annunzio.
How long is The Ship?
The Ship has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The Ship released?
The Ship was released on November 24, 1921 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Ship?
The main cast of The Ship includes Ida Rubinstein, Alfredo Boccolini, Ciro Galvani, Mary Cleo Tarlarini, Mario Mariani.