And the Ship Sails On
"One of the world's great directors invites you to join him on a voyage..."
Originally released in 1983. And the Ship Sails On is a comedy/drama film. directed by Federico Fellini. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Freddie Jones, Barbara Jefford, and Victor Poletti
Synopsis
In 1914, a cruise ship sets sail from Naples to spread the ashes of beloved opera singer Edmea Tetua near Erimo, the isle of her birth. During the voyage, the eclectic array of passengers discovers a group of Serbian refugees aboard the vessel. Peace and camaraderie abound until the ship is descended upon by an Austrian flagship. The Serbians are forced to board it, but naturally they resist, igniting a skirmish that ends in destruction.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 7, 1983
42 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (159 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
France
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Freddie Jones
as Orlando
Barbara Jefford
as Ildebranda Cuffari
Victor Poletti
as Aureliano Fuciletto
Peter Cellier
as Sir Reginald J. Dongby
Elisa Mainardi
as Teresa Valegnani
Norma West
as Lady Violet Dongby Albertini
Paolo Paoloni
as Il Maestro Albertini
Sarah-Jane Varley
as Dorotea
Fiorenzo Serra
as Il Granduca
Pina Bausch
as Principessa Lherimia
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Societa Investimenti Milanese (S.I.M.)
- Gaumont
- RAI
- Vides Cinematografica
Frequently Asked Questions
What is And the Ship Sails On about?
In 1914, a cruise ship sets sail from Naples to spread the ashes of beloved opera singer Edmea Tetua near Erimo, the isle of her birth. During the voyage, the eclectic array of passengers discovers...
Who directed And the Ship Sails On?
And the Ship Sails On was directed by Federico Fellini.
How long is And the Ship Sails On?
And the Ship Sails On has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).
When was And the Ship Sails On released?
And the Ship Sails On was released on October 7, 1983 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in And the Ship Sails On?
The main cast of And the Ship Sails On includes Freddie Jones, Barbara Jefford, Victor Poletti, Peter Cellier, Elisa Mainardi.
Is And the Ship Sails On worth watching?
And the Ship Sails On has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 159 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.