It isn't "pretty" by some Hollywood standards, they left the sanitizer at home but the telling is very well done. Giorgia's adventures unfold in the city of Bologna, a friendly and human metropolis, where the ghosts of the unachieved revolution of the Seventies still meander through the city’s famous arcades. Although a true loner, Giorgia negotiates a vital network of artists, clients, friends, misfits, and lovers. Qu'importe, c'était la règle, les Américains ne parlant pas Italien. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Did Giordano Lattice murder his wife? Er verliebt sich in Lygia und versucht, sie von Nero als Anerkennung für seine Siege geschenkt zu bekommen. In fact, Quo Vadis has a plethora of Biblical detail that preceding and subsequent movies omit. This was an American film version of the story - unfortunately does not follow the book in certain areas - The main character is supposed to be a Roman with certain habits that were probably improper to be shown in 1950s America - Peter Ustinov steals the movie with his portrayal of Nero - Robert Taylor and Deborah Kerr as the star crossed lovers and Michael Rennie as the Apostle Paul. She is an author of novels, plays, and screenplays as well as a musician who composes, performs, and records. En comparaison, la belle et glaciale Patricia Laffan est une remarquable Poppée d'une cruauté parfaite. Did Giordano Lattice murder his wife? The score by Miklos Rosza is a tremendous addition to an absolutely huge movie loaded with gravitas and passion; scenes are staged with the conviction of a Cecil B Demille epic and equal or exceeding in size and splendor. What is the secret hidden in the box of Ada’s letters that arrive unexpectedly in Giorgia’s apartment? Was Marcus noch nicht weiß, ist, dass Plautius, seine Familie und auch Lygia Anhänger der christlichen Religion sind. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. There's a problem loading this menu right now. Quo Vadis, Baby? L'incendie de Rome et Néron jouant et chantant avec son luth, les cruels jeux du Cirque de la fin sont du très grand spectacle et l'excellence de la copie (comme "Samson et Dalila") nous permet de ne pas regretter que l'écran de télé ne soit pas celui du Rex ou de l'ex Gaumont-Palace ! In 2016 Verasani published the epistolary novel "Lettera a Dina." According to the course description, Quo Vadis "ushered in the golden age of the so-called 'sword-and-sandal' picture, with its irresistible formula of evil, arrogant Romans versus virtuous, devout Christians.". This particular version of "the story that is Rome" has a decidedly Christian "bent", in the style of what my siblings and I used to call a "Cecil B DeMille movie with a cast of screaming extras". Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Im Haus des Generals lernt er auch einen gewissen Paulus aus Tarsus kennen. Quo Vadis took over a decade to plan and a year to film. WHEN I WAS A VERY YOUNG MAN I WAS AN USHER AT THE LOCAL LOEWS MOVIE THEATER AND QUO VADIS WAS ONE OF THE MOVIES THAT WAS ON THE BILL DURING THE TIME I WAS WORKING THERE. -- Sara Paretsky. en français, streaming gratuit, sous-titres et audio d'origine. Storia di bar, piccioni, cimiteri e giovani scrittori.". Le Roy n'est pas un grand réalisateur mais il assume le "Cahier des Charges" ! Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. Toujours est-il qu'a la vision actuelle du film, il apparaît que l'on se fiche complètement des héros en titre et que seuls Néron, Poppée, Petrone, son esclave et les traîtres subalternes nous intéressent ! Sa prestation est impeccable. Both her mother and sister Ada are dead, both suicides. I can’t wait for more Verasani in English.”  — Sara Paretsky. Why is the film professor Andrea Berti pursuing Giorgia? There are 0 reviews and 0 ratings from the United States. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. In sofern ist der Film ein Muss für Freunde gepflegter Sandalenunterhaltung und exzessiven brillanten Schauspiels. Please try again. Vor den Toren der Stadt erreicht ihn der Befehl Kaiser Neros, sein Lager aufzuschlagen und zu warten. -- Sara Paretsky. One difference is the trailer claims over 30,000 extras used in the big scenes, in the standard version it almost looks like an effect; in BluRay you can see that its not faked, its all on the screen. Her stream of unhappy clients comes from the conventional middle-class and upper-middle-class confines of Bolognese families. I can't wait for more Verasani in English. Please try again. Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2017. Er fährt allein mit seinem Wagen zum Kaiser. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Wherever you are. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. She is an author of novels, plays, and screenplays as well as a musician who composes, performs, and records. It is very well written, beautifully photographed and acted. There is a 'lions vs. Christian' bit on the second disc that might be offensive or disturbing to some but it follows the stories as told of the life in Rome in the days of the Empire. (Italica Press Modern Italian Fiction Series), Grazia Verasani was born in Bologna in 1964, a city where she still lives and writes. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Mixed in with traditional sleuthing we find a novel about character and family history, domestic violence, changing Italy, and the textures of life in Bologna. Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2018. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. Les foules sont réellement nombreuses et non dupliquées à l'extrême par des effets numériques ! Why is the film professor Andrea Berti pursuing Giorgia? In den 50er-Jahren waren "Monumentalfilme" mit historischem Hintergrund äußerst beliebt, neben "Ben Hur", "Kleopatra" oder "Die zehn Gebote", gehört auch "Quo Vadis" in die Riege dieser Klassiker. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Peter Ustinov is, for me, too over the top. “This delicious novel is a genre all its own — Italian neorealism meets feminist noir. Unable to add item to List. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. A huge movie with a great payoff, just an exciting viewing in bluray. Quo Vadis Robert Taylor Deborah Kerr Peter Ustinov (1951) Emperor Nero (Peter Ustinov) burns Rome and puts a Roman commander's (Robert Taylor) Christian bride (Deborah Kerr) in the arena with a bull. The standard version isn't bad either, its just that on BluRay the performances standout in this format. Vom Kaiser erfährt Marcus nun den Grund der Verzögerung: dem Volk sollen „panem et circenses“, Brot und Spiele, geboten werden – dazu wäre ein späterer Einmarsch der Truppen genau das Richtige. Download to watch Offline. I saw the road show re-release as a young kid, promptly forgot it, and then rediscovered it on VHS, and later on DVD, which I believe is the most recent restoration (DVD and Blu-Ray covers have the same artwork). We work hard to protect your security and privacy. Quo Vadis, Baby? Verasani won the 2011 National Dramatic Art Festival of Pesaro award for best author for her play "Maternity Blues (From Medea)," which was later made into a film that won the 2012 Tonino Guerra Prize for best screenplay. As the mystery deepens, she begins to unearth dark and dangerous secrets that were perhaps best left buried. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. (2005) - Toutes les infos sur le film complet Quo Vadis, Baby? One of the most lavish of the epics of all time. After some work with the Teatro Stabile d'Abruzzo and with the Teatro Stabile di Torino, she began writing, while continuing her work as an actor. Please try again. There's a problem loading this menu right now. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. has been added to your Cart. Faccio solo due esempi: "Ben Hur" con i suoi meritati 11 Oscar è assai più coinvolgente del breve romanzo omonimo; "L'ereditiera" con due giganti come Clift e De Havilland, è un gran capolavoro, molto superiore al pur pregevole "Washington Square" di Henry James, cui si ispira. L'Italienne Milly Vitale est belle, très sensuelle, sincèrement amoureuse de "L'Arbitre des Elégances" Fulvien Petrone. Ms Verasani gives the reader a truly human, flawed and interesting character in this rather curious noir Bolognese setting.Not much sunshine and rainbows in any aspect of this two toned tale. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Yet, despite all that, people trust her and are attracted to her as a confidant. was made into a film the following year, and a TV series soon followed. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. I PURCHASED THIS MOVIE BECAUSE IT IS SOMEWHAT A NOSTALGIA TRIP FOR ME. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. was made into a film the following year, and a TV series soon followed. This film is a treat for the eyes and Miklos Rosza's music makes a treat for the ears as well. (Italica Press Modern Italian Fiction Series). This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. Quickly browse titles in our catalog based on the ones you have picked. There was a problem loading your book clubs. While the Cantini Detective Agency mostly investigates the tangled affairs of unhappily married couples, Verasani exposes the hierarchies and prejudices of Italian “family culture” that often lead to tragic acts of violence against those who stray from domestic and sexual norms. I can't wait for more Verasani in English. Comme chez De Mille, les Américains s'en tiennent au canevas, la profondeur manque un peu. is a very successful crime novel by the Italian writer Grazia Verasani, the first of the five so far published in the private eye series featuring Giorgia Cantini, who embodies an uneasy and dichotomous personality — pugnaciously feminist while secretly harboring a very sensitive and romantic heart. Although a true loner, Giorgia negotiates a vital network of artists, clients, friends, misfits, and lovers. Start your free 7 day trial now. Giorgia challenges the hypocrisy and immorality that this lifestyle invariably brings about. Storia di bar, piccioni, cimiteri e giovani scrittori.". Two sisters, two suicides, one murder and a host bizarre walk-ons people the world of Giorgia Cantini and her detective agency and a host of cultural illusions. Robert Taylor and Deborah Kerr are excellent as Commander Marcus Vinicus and Lygia, a Christian hostage. beautifully done. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Marcus sieht das nicht ein, zumal seine Leute von den Strapazen erschöpft sind und nach Hause wollen. Prima la qualità tecnica: ottima sia nel video, ancor oggi sfolgorante di magnici colori e ben studiate ricostruzioni, che nell'audio (consiglio il doppiaggio italiano, indimenticabile). Beautiful, interesting, incredible movies — a new film every single day. In 2016 Verasani published the epistolary novel "Lettera a Dina." Her struggle appears thus to be more a moral conflict, and the final objective of her investigations is the restoration of a sense of righteousness lost in the tide of social changes.