Passion of Love 1981
What is Passion of Love?
Passion of Love is a 1981 film set in the 1860s that follows the experiences of a young Italian soldier named Giorgio. After being stationed at a remote military post, Giorgio is separated from his lover, Clara.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1981
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 117 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 16, 1981
- Original language
- IT
- Origin
- Italy, France
- Studios
- Mass Film, Les Films Marceau-Cocinor
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- Updated
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Overview
Passion of Love is a 1981 film set in the 1860s that follows the experiences of a young Italian soldier named Giorgio. After being stationed at a remote military post, Giorgio is separated from his lover, Clara. During his time at this new location, he resides in the home of the local colonel. Throughout his stay, Giorgio develops friendships with both the colonel and the local doctor. The household also includes a woman named Fosca, who is described as both mad and unattractive. As the narrative progresses, Giorgio discovers that Fosca possesses an intense passion that he is required to manage. The film explores the complications that arise from these interpersonal dynamics within the colonel's residence. The cast features Bernard Giraudeau as Giorgio, Laura Antonelli as Clara, Massimo Girotti as the colonel, Jean-Louis Trintignant as the doctor, and Valeria d'Obici as Fosca. This production examines the emotional challenges Giorgio faces while stationed far from his previous life and the unexpected influence exerted by the inhabitants of his new environment.
Should you watch it?
“A soldier’s duty collides with a desperate lover’s obsession in a remote 1860s outpost.”
- Atmospheric 19th‑century setting
- Complex emotional dynamics between characters
- Strong period performances
- Pacing may feel slow for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate brooding period dramas with intense character studies.
The film explores mature emotional themes and features unsettling behavior, suited for adult audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the film set?
The story takes place in the 1860s.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama and romance.
How long is the film?
The runtime is 1 hour 57 minutes.
Who are the main characters?
The central figures are Giorgio, a young Italian soldier; his lover Clara; and Fosca, a troubled woman in the colonel’s house.
What is the central conflict?
Giorgio must cope with Fosca’s obsessive passion while being separated from Clara.
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