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(1963)

Guido Anselmi, a film director, finds himself creatively barren at the peak of his career. Urged by his doctors to rest, Anselmi heads for a luxurious resort, but a sorry group gathers—his producer, staff, actors, wife, mistress, and relatives—each one begging him to get on with the show. In retreat from their dependency, he fantasizes about past women and dreams of his childhood.

  • Drama

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Marcello MastroianniMarcello MastroianniGuido Anselmi
  • Photo of Anouk AiméeAnouk AiméeLuisa Anselmi
  • Photo of Sandra MiloSandra MiloCarla
  • Photo of Claudia CardinaleClaudia CardinaleClaudia
  • Photo of Rossella FalkRossella FalkRossella
  • Photo of Barbara SteeleBarbara SteeleGloria Morin
  • Photo of Madeleine LebeauMadeleine LebeauMadeleine, the French Actress
  • Photo of Caterina BorattoCaterina BorattoMysterious Lady
  • Photo of Eddra GaleEddra GaleLa Saraghina
  • Photo of Guido AlbertiGuido AlbertiPace, the Producer

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