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Death in Venice

A renowned composer, struggling with poor health, becomes increasingly obsessed with a handsome young boy he encounters in Venice.

Avant-garde composer Gustav von Aschenbach seeks solace in a Venetian seaside resort, but finds himself drawn to an adolescent boy, Tadzio, who embodies his ideal of beauty. As Aschenbach's infatuation grows, a deadly pestilence threatens to destroy their connection, symbolizing the corruption that compromises all ideals.

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Main Cast

Dirk Bogarde Gustav von Aschenbach

Björn Andrésen Tadzio

Romolo Valli Hotel Manager

Mark Burns Alfred

Nora Ricci Tadzio's Governess

Silvana Mangano Tadzio's Mother

Marisa Berenson Aschenbach's Wife

Carole André Esmeralda, Brothel Prostitute

Leslie French Travel Agent

Franco Fabrizi Barber

Dominique Darel English Tourist

Eva Axén Tadzio's Oldest Sister (uncredited)

Marcello Bonini Olas Nobleman at Hotel Party (uncredited)

Bruno Boschetti

Bruno Boschetti Train Station Employee (uncredited)

Nicoletta Elmi Little Girl at Table (uncredited)

John Fordyce

John Fordyce Hotel Guest (uncredited)

Mirella Pamphili Hotel Guest (uncredited)

Marco Tulli Man Fainting at Station (uncredited)

Bill Vanders Stationmaster (uncredited)

Creators

Luchino Visconti Director, Screenplay

Thomas Mann Novel

Nicola Badalucco

Nicola Badalucco Screenplay

Death in Venice Videos

Death in Venice (1971) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]

Death in Venice (1971) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]

Info about Death in Venice

Studio(s): Alfa Cinematografica, Productions et Éditions Cinématographiques Françaises

Originally Released: United States, Jun 01, 1971

Production Countries: France, Italy

Genres:Drama, Romance