Zuppa di pesce (1994) Directed by Fiorella Infascelli
Drama
Film Synopsis
Isabella Ragonelli has a turbulent but affectionate relationship with her
father Alberto, a moody and often violent man who is also a well-known film
producer. The only daughter from Alberto' second marriage, Isabella
grew up in awe of her illustrious father, but she was always taken unawares
by his extravagant mood swings. Some times he could be as sweet and
gentle as a dove. Other times, he could be as ferocious as a wild dog.
When one of Isabella's half-brothers dies suddenly, the whole family is thrown
into a turmoil of grief. It is a time for reflection and reconciliation,
a time to bury not only one much loved family member, but also the detested
demons of the past...
Cast: Chiara Caselli (Isabella),
Philippe Noiret (Alberto), Macha Méril (Caterina), Lou Castel (Franco), Lucrezia Lante della Rovere (Anna),
Robert Patterson (Lello),
Andrea Prodan (Giulio), Yvonne Sciò, Giovanni Visentin, Renzo Montagnani
Country: Italy / France
Language: Italian
Support: Color
Runtime: 102 min
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