Il bell'Antonio
1960, Italian. Directed by Mauro Bolognini.
...the frank story of a marital challenge
Problems arise for Antonio Magnano when he is unable to consummate his marriage to the beautiful Barbara Puglisi and his virility is called into question. Despite the fact that he loves his beautiful wife and they have otherwise been happily married for a year, his problem becomes a source of contention for all concerned.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Italian
- Rated
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Il bell'Antonio is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Mauro BologniniDirector
- Marcello MastroianniAntonio Magnano
- Claudia CardinaleBarbara Puglisi
- Pierre BrasseurAlfio Magnano
- Rina MorelliRosaria Magnano
- Tomas MilianEdoardo
- Fulvia MammiElena Ardizzone
- Patrizia BiniSantuzza
- Anna ArenaSignora Puglisi
- Jole FierroCast
- Cesarina GheraldiCast
- Gina MattaroloCast
- Alice SandroCast
Details
- Released
- 4 March 1960
- Country
- France, Italy
- Written by
- Gino Visentini, Pier Paolo Pasolini
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What Il bell'Antonio is based on
Il bell'Antonio is based on Beautiful Antonio (1949) by Vitaliano Brancati.
1949
Beautiful Antonio
By Vitaliano Brancati
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Il bell'Antonio: quick answers
Is Il bell'Antonio worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 111 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Il bell'Antonio?
Il bell'Antonio runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Il bell'Antonio have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Il bell'Antonio. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Il bell'Antonio parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Il bell'Antonio yet.
Which OTT platform is Il bell'Antonio on?
Il bell'Antonio is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Il bell'Antonio?
If you liked Il bell'Antonio, try Addicted, Effie Gray, Faces.
Who directed Il bell'Antonio?
Il bell'Antonio (1960) was directed by Mauro Bolognini and stars Marcello Mastroianni, Claudia Cardinale, Pierre Brasseur.
What is Il bell'Antonio based on?
Il bell'Antonio is based on Beautiful Antonio (1949) by Vitaliano Brancati.