Death in Venice 1971
“The celebrated story of a man obsessed with ideal beauty.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 131 minutes
- Director
- Luchino Visconti
- Networks
- Alfa Cinematografica, Productions et Éditions Cinématographiques Françaises
What is Death in Venice?
Death in Venice is a film first released in 1971. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1971
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 131 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 5, 1971
- Studios
- Alfa Cinematografica, Productions et Éditions Cinématographiques Françaises
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.2/10
- Episode runtime
- ~131 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Alfa Cinematografica, Productions et Éditions Cinématographiques Françaises
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Overview
Death in Venice is a film first released in 1971. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Alfa Cinematografica, Productions et Éditions Cinématographiques Françaises. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A weary composer confronts his yearning for unattainable beauty on a Venetian summer.”
- Based on the celebrated story of a man obsessed with ideal beauty
- Set against the evocative backdrop of Venice
- Features a contemplative, slow‑burn narrative
- At 2h 11m, the film’s deliberate pace may feel slow for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate contemplative dramas that examine art and longing.
The film’s meditative tone and themes of unrequited desire make it suited for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Gustav von Aschenbach’s profession?
He is a composer.
Where does the story take place?
In Venice, staying at the Grand Hôtel des Bains on the Lido.
Who captures Aschenbach’s attention?
An adolescent Polish boy named Tadzio.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes.
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