Luisa Sanfelice
An 18th-century true story about a rebel and his lover's attempt to overthrow the Italian monarchy.
Directed by Paolo Taviani · Written by Paolo Taviani
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Laetitia Casta Luisa Sanfelice -
Adriano Giannini Salvato Palmieri / Andrea Sanfelice -
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