The Widower

Name: The Widower
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1959-01-01
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Alberto Sordi, Franca Valeri, Leonora Ruffo, Livio Lorenzon, Nando Bruno

Il vedovo

1959| 1h 30m| IMDb 6.6

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Comedy

Directed by Dino Risi, this dark comedy stars Alberto Sordi as a delusional entrepreneur married to a wealthy, sharp-tongued businesswoman, played by Franca Valeri. When he plots to eliminate her, absurdity ensues. A biting satire on ambition and gender roles in postwar Italy, Il Vedovo remains a landmark of commedia all’italiana with unforgettable performances.

Director: Dino Risi