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The Innocent

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Based on the novel by Gabriele d'Annunzio, this final film by revered director Luchino Visconti follows arrogant Roman aristocrat Tullio Hermil (Giancarlo Giannini) as he openly cheats on his wife, Giuliana (Laura Antonelli). Carrying on an affair with his scheming mistress, Teresa Raffo (Jennifer O'Neill), without any concern for his spouse, Tullio becomes jealous when he suspects Giuliana is having an affair of her own, leading to conflict and, ultimately, tragedy.
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Geoffrey Nowell-Smith Sight & Sound 03/31/2020
Nothing in the film quite fulfils the promise of the opening moment... But L'Innocente is nevertheless a remarkable film. Go to Full Review Vincent Canby New York Times 02/14/2020
Visconti's last film (completed in 1976 shortly before his death) and among the most beautiful and severely disciplined films he has ever made. Go to Full Review Gary Arnold Washington Post 02/14/2020
The Innocent is classy but droopy, definitely the sort of art movie to avoid after a long hard day. Despite a story destined to take hideously melodramatic turns, the movie remains sedate and formal. Go to Full Review Naomi Deutscher Spare Rib 09/22/2021
Visconti seems to exploit the rising independence of women by having them occasionally utter strong words, but never enabling or allowing them to put them into practice. Go to Full Review Nicholas Bell IONCINEMA.com 08/04/2020
4/5
While the parameters of The Innocent are far less epic than most of Visconti's most noted productions, his final venture is as lavish and opulent as all that had come before. Go to Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy 07/27/2020
3/4
Many have hailed it a masterpiece, but it's comparatively minor next to 1963's powerhouse The Leopard, another Visconti dissection of aristocratic angst. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Alain E @AlainE 04/06/2025 Hard to believe that a dying man was able to put together this remarkable work. The flawed hero commits an unspeakable act. I suspect this is the reason most reviewers are not enthusiastic. The visual design is impeccable. Every scene could stand by itself as a painting. We are witness to the life of an aristocrat who has access to all material goods and doesn’t appear to work not even one day in a month. Like a little child he expects the world to revolve around him and when this does not happen he reaches a dead end. A nice movie to watch just before the end of the world, sipping a glass of Brunello di Montalcino. See more 04/02/2014 Beautiful to look at, great music, themes of passion amidst depravity. See more 12/26/2013 Beautifully photographed and intelligently directed. See more 12/19/2011 Giannini was dark, charming and obsessive in all the right places... O'Neill was seductive and worldly-wise... Morelli was endearing and funny... all in all a good film by Visconti. See more 10/25/2010 opulent decor & costumes make this period drama stand out. a doomed tale of a couple's search for acceptance and love in the wrong places. the mother (morelli) has some hilarious lines though. See more walter m @Harlequin68 08/05/2010 "L'Innocente" is a methodically plotted film whose sumptuous visuals belie the inner decay occurring amongst the aristocracy in 19th century Italy. In creating this world of endless formalities, functions and fencing, director Luchino Visconti may have succeeded too well as the story stagnates before slowly building to its unforgettable climax and finale. At the center of this world are Tullio(Giancarlo Giannini) and Giuliana(Laura Antonelli) Hermil, trapped in a loveless marriage of convenience. He is obsessed with his mistress Teresa(Jennifer O'Neill) who spurns him at a party for the company of Count Egano(Massimo Girotti). See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Luchino Visconti

Director

Giancarlo Giannini

Tullio Hermil

Laura Antonelli

Giuliana Hermil

Jennifer O'Neill

Teresa Raffo

Rina Morelli

Tullio's Mother

Massimo Girotti

Count Stefano Egano

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Synopsis Based on the novel by Gabriele d'Annunzio, this final film by revered director Luchino Visconti follows arrogant Roman aristocrat Tullio Hermil (Giancarlo Giannini) as he openly cheats on his wife, Giuliana (Laura Antonelli). Carrying on an affair with his scheming mistress, Teresa Raffo (Jennifer O'Neill), without any concern for his spouse, Tullio becomes jealous when he suspects Giuliana is having an affair of her own, leading to conflict and, ultimately, tragedy.
Director
Luchino Visconti
Screenwriter
Suso Cecchi d'Amico, Gabriele D'Annunzio
Production Co
Rizzoli Film, Les Films Jacques Leitienne
Rating
R
Genre
Drama, Romance
Original Language
Italian
Release Date (Streaming)
Jul 12, 2020
Box Office (Gross USA)
$21.4K
Runtime
2h 5m