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Movie poster: The Alcove (1985)
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The Alcove

1985 · 88 min Drama Romance Thriller
5.4 / 10 · TMDB

In 1936 Italy, Elio returns home from Africa with a present for his wife in the form of Zerbal, the daughter of a tribal king. Unbeknown to him, his neglected wife Alessandra has formed a relationship with Elio’s otherwise frigid secretary Velma who is less than pleased at Elio’s return.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title L'alcova
Year 1985
Country Italy
Genre Drama, Romance, Thriller
Director Joe D'Amato
Runtime 88 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.4/10 (37 votes)

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This is quietly operating cinema. No big events, no crisis turns — just people and how they live through what happens to them.

Strengths: atmosphere, actors, accuracy of detail. Weaknesses: the pace isn't for everyone, the ending may feel unresolved.

For people who watch films for feeling, not entertainment.

Director: Joe D'Amato

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: An evening when your mind is at peace. With someone you can sit in silence with after. Wine or tea.

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