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The Decameron (1971)

Movie"Ribaldry! Rakes and libertines. Raised skirts and lowered lashes. A blush on every cheek. Pasolini. Filming The Decameron. Bringing life to art...and art to life."
Audience Score
69
The Decameron
R 1 hr 51 minDec 12th, 1971Drama, Comedy, History
A young Sicilian is swindled twice, but ends up rich; a man poses as a deaf-mute in a convent of curious nuns; a woman must hide her lover when her husband comes home early; a scoundrel fools a priest on his deathbed; three brothers take revenge on their sister's lover; a young girl sleeps on the roof to meet her boyfriend at night; a group of painters wait for inspiration; a crafty priest attempts to seduce his friend's wife; and two friends make a pact to find out what happens after death.

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:December 12th, 1971 - Buy Tickets
Original Language:Italian
Executive Producers:Franco Rossellini
Production Companies:Artemis Film, Les Productions Artistes Associés, PEA