Obsession
1943 · 140 min · ★ 7.5 · Crime, Drama, Romance
Gino, a drifter, begins an affair with inn-owner Giovanna as they plan to get rid of her older husband.
Directed by Luchino Visconti · Written by Luchino Visconti
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Clara Calamai Giovanna Bragana -
Massimo Girotti Gino Costa -
Dhia Cristiani Anita - E Elio Marcuzzo The Spaniard
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Vittorio Duse Police Officer - M Michele Riccardini Don Remigio
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Juan de Landa Giuseppe Bragana - M Michele Sakara Il Bambino (uncredited)
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