Death in Venice
"The celebrated story of a man obsessed with ideal beauty."
Originally released in 1971. Death in Venice is a drama film. directed by Luchino Visconti. With a runtime of 2h 11m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Dirk Bogarde, Björn Andrésen, and Romolo Valli
Synopsis
Composer Gustav von Aschenbach travels to Venice for health reasons. There, he becomes obsessed with the stunning beauty of an adolescent Polish boy named Tadzio who is staying with his family at the same Grand Hôtel des Bains on the Lido as Aschenbach.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 5, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
2h 11m
131 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (523 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Top Cast
Dirk Bogarde
as Gustav von Aschenbach
Björn Andrésen
as Tadzio
Romolo Valli
as Hotel Manager
Mark Burns
as Alfred
Nora Ricci
as Tadzio's Governess
Silvana Mangano
as Tadzio's Mother
Marisa Berenson
as Aschenbach's Wife
Carole André
as Esmeralda, Brothel Prostitute
Leslie French
as Travel Agent
Franco Fabrizi
as Barber
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Alfa Cinematografica
- Productions et Éditions Cinématographiques Françaises
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Death in Venice about?
Composer Gustav von Aschenbach travels to Venice for health reasons. There, he becomes obsessed with the stunning beauty of an adolescent Polish boy named Tadzio who is staying with his family at t...
Who directed Death in Venice?
Death in Venice was directed by Luchino Visconti.
How long is Death in Venice?
Death in Venice has a runtime of 2 hours and 11 minutes (131 minutes total).
When was Death in Venice released?
Death in Venice was released on March 5, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Death in Venice?
The main cast of Death in Venice includes Dirk Bogarde, Björn Andrésen, Romolo Valli, Mark Burns, Nora Ricci.
Is Death in Venice worth watching?
Death in Venice has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 523 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.