L'Eclisse (1962) movie poster

L'Eclisse (1962)

L'eclisse
"… the ache and ecstasy of love…"
ThumbScore
👍 82%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 87% (RT: 87%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaRomance

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Runtime
2h 6m
Country
France, Italy
Language
Italian
TMDB Rating
7.7/10 (527 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
87%
Cast
Alain Delon as Piero
Monica Vitti as Vittoria
Francisco Rabal as Riccardo
Lilla Brignone as Vittoria's Mother
Rossana Rory as Anita
Louis Seigner as Ercoli
Cyrus Elias as Intoxicated Man (uncredited)
Most people think so. 82% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 527 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 87%.
Overview
Vittoria is a beautiful literary translator living in Rome. After splitting from her writer boyfriend, Riccardo, Vittoria meets Piero, a lively stockbroker, on the hectic floor of the Roman stock exchange. Though Vittoria and Piero begin a relationship, it is not one without difficulties, and their commitment to one another is tested during an eclipse. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 1962 among dedicated fans.
  • During production of L'Eclisse, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

L'Eclisse is a 1962 drama, romance film directed by Michelangelo Antonioni. Vittoria is a beautiful literary translator living in Rome. After splitting from her writer boyfriend, Riccardo, Vittoria meets Piero, a lively stockbroker, on the hectic floor of the Roman stock exchange.

Though Vittoria and Piero begin a relationship, it is not one without difficulties, and their commitment to one another is tested during an eclipse. The film has been rated by 527 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, L'Eclisse delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. L'Eclisse (1962) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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