The Skin
"The skin moves the world!"
Originally released in 1981. The Skin is a drama/war film. directed by Liliana Cavani. With a runtime of 2h 11m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Marcello Mastroianni, Claudia Cardinale, and Burt Lancaster
Synopsis
Based on the memoirs of author Curzio Malaparte, diplomatic liaison between the Allied and Italian forces after the defeat of the Nazis in Italy, The Skin follows the collapse of Italian society under the US occupation and the desperate measures required for survival.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 27, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
2h 11m
131 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (41 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
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Director
Top Cast
Marcello Mastroianni
as Curzio Malaparte
Claudia Cardinale
as Principessa Consuelo Caracciolo
Burt Lancaster
as Generale Clark
Ken Marshall
as Jimmy Wren
Alexandra King
as Deborah Wyatt
Carlo Giuffrè
as Eduardo Mazzullo
Rosaria della Femmina
as Amante di Jimmy
Jeanne Valérie
as Principessa a Capri
Liliana Tari
as Maria Concetta
Peppe Barra
as Sarto
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Gaumont
- Opera Film Produzione
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Skin about?
Based on the memoirs of author Curzio Malaparte, diplomatic liaison between the Allied and Italian forces after the defeat of the Nazis in Italy, The Skin follows the collapse of Italian society un...
Who directed The Skin?
The Skin was directed by Liliana Cavani.
How long is The Skin?
The Skin has a runtime of 2 hours and 11 minutes (131 minutes total).
When was The Skin released?
The Skin was released on August 27, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Skin?
The main cast of The Skin includes Marcello Mastroianni, Claudia Cardinale, Burt Lancaster, Ken Marshall, Alexandra King.