The Silk Worm
Originally released in 1974. The Silk Worm is a mystery/thriller film. directed by Mario Sequi.
Starring Nadja Tiller, George Hilton, and Riccardo Garrone
Synopsis
Smeralda Amadier, a retired singer, lives in an isolated villa with her secretary Marcella and her lover Didier (but throws out the latter after catching him with another woman). Smeralda has huge debts and when creditors threaten her with bankruptcy she decides to sell her valuable jewels. That evening, she meets Costas, a handsome young man who seduces her. Next morning, there is no sign of him or the jewels. He was apparently a penniless gigolo, but who was his secret partner in the theft?
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 1, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Top Cast
Nadja Tiller
as Smeralda Amadier
George Hilton
as Didier
Riccardo Garrone
as Commissioner Guarnieri
Guy Madison
as Robert, Smeralda's ex-husband
Evi Marandi
as Yvonne, Smeralda's sister
Evi Rigano
as Marcelle
Mario Feliciani
as Planget, a lawyer
Osvaldo Ruggieri
as Raffaele
Carlos de Castro
as Anastasios Kuskas, alias Costas Mikaelis
Vivi Gioi
as Costa's ex lover
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Grado Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Silk Worm about?
Smeralda Amadier, a retired singer, lives in an isolated villa with her secretary Marcella and her lover Didier (but throws out the latter after catching him with another woman). Smeralda has huge...
Who directed The Silk Worm?
The Silk Worm was directed by Mario Sequi.
How long is The Silk Worm?
The Silk Worm has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Silk Worm released?
The Silk Worm was released on March 1, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Silk Worm?
The main cast of The Silk Worm includes Nadja Tiller, George Hilton, Riccardo Garrone, Guy Madison, Evi Marandi.