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  • Death In Venice (1971)
    Review preview for Death In Venice

    Innately melodramatic, unremittingly langurous, Death In Venice is as complete a film as can be, existing in its own space and on its own terms.

    Jennie Kermode · 5 out of 5
    An ageing composer becomes obsessed with a beautiful teenage boy as cholera ravages the City of Bridges.
  • The Leopard (1963)
    Review preview for The Leopard

    This beautiful and intelligent film is generally regarded as Visconti’s masterpiece.

    Val Kermode · 5 out of 5
    An aristocrat tries to cling to the past in the turmoil of 1860s Sicily.
  • Ludwig (1972)
    Review preview for Ludwig

    The set pieces are beautiful, with wondrous scenery and lavish costumes, which bring this period drama to life.

    Harry Lockhart · 3.5 out of 5
    The king of Bavaria struggles with his inner demons.
  • Rocco And His Brothers (1960)
    Review preview for Rocco And His Brothers

    Emotions run deep and tragedy is as predictable as rust. This is Visconti at the pinnacle of his powers.

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 5 out of 5
    A family from the rural south fight for unity and purpose in post-war Milan.
  • Senso (1954)
    Review preview for Senso

    Though first impressions may hint towards a simple matinee romance, Senso is subversive in the extreme.

    Merlin Harries · 4 out of 5
    Self-destructive period romance.
  • Sandra (1965)
    Review preview for Sandra

    The power of the film comes not from its mystery but from its drama, from Cardinale's incredible screen presence.

    Jennie Kermode · 3.5 out of 5
    A woman returns to her hometown for her father's funeral and becomes embroiled in family politics.

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