---
title: "From a Roman Balcony"
year: 1960
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/from-a-roman-balcony-1960"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 255401
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 84
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# From a Roman Balcony (1960) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/from-a-roman-balcony-1960

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

From a Roman Balcony is a 1960 drama film directed by Mauro Bolognini and released under the Italian title La giornata balorda and the French title Ca s'est passe a Rome. The film functions as an ironic study of a young man's poignant and sensual adventures, drawing from several stories by Alberto Moravia, who additionally co-wrote the screenplay.

Culturally significant as an Italian and French coproduction involving notable literary figures, the film offers a dramatic look into its protagonist's experiences. It has a runtime of one hour and twenty-four minutes and falls primarily under the drama and romance genres.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An ironic cinematic study of a young man's poignant and sensual adventures in Rome."

### Why Watch
- It is based on stories by Alberto Moravia, who also co-wrote the screenplay.
- It is directed by Mauro Bolognini.
- It features an Italian and French coproduction background.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Viewers seeking fast-paced modern blockbusters might find the 1960 drama pacing slow.
- Tone & Suitability: The film maintains a dramatic and romantic tone with a runtime of one hour and twenty-four minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #italian-cinema, #french-coproduction, #dramatic-romance, #adaptations, #character-study, #1960s-film

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Mauro Bolognini
- **Networks / Studios**: Euro International Films, Produzioni Intercontinentali, Transcontinental Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lea Massari** as *Freya*
- **Jean Sorel** as *Davide Saraceno*
- **Jeanne Valérie** as *Marina*
- **Rik Battaglia** as *Carpiti*
- **Valeria Ciangottini** as *Ivana*
- **Marcella Valeri** as *Sora Tosca*
- **Irene Aloisi** as *moglie del ragionier Moglie*
- **Elvi Lissiak**
- **Enrico Glori** as *avvocato Scardamazzi*
- **Isabelle Corey** as *Sabina*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream From a Roman Balcony?
Streaming availability details for From a Roman Balcony are not specified in the provided sources.

### Q: Is From a Roman Balcony worth watching?
It is worth watching for fans of classic 1960s European cinema and adaptations of Alberto Moravia's work.

### Q: What is the runtime of From a Roman Balcony?
The film has a runtime of one hour and twenty-four minutes.

### Q: How many episodes does From a Roman Balcony have?
From a Roman Balcony is a feature film rather than a television series, so it does not have episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [From a Roman Balcony — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/255401)
- [From a Roman Balcony - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/From_a_Roman_Balcony)

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