Le retour de Casanova (1992)
Release Year: 1992
Nation: France
Alternative Title: O Retorno de Casanova, Завръщането на Казанова, Casanovas Rückkehr, I epistrofi tou Kazanova, Casanova visszatér
Director: Edouard Niermans
Writer: Arthur Schnitzler, Jean-Claude Carrière
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Christine Gozlan, Alain Sarde, Alain Delon, Rosanna Roditi
Companies: Les Films Alain Sarde, Films A2
Genre: Comedy, Comedy Film, Drama, Historical Drama, Romance
Budget: N/A
Awards & Similar
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Keywords
Keywords: venice, italy, casanova, duel, 18th century
Story
In his twilight years and penniless, Giacomo Casanova returns to Venice but fears arrest due to his past actions. He meets Marcelina, who initially rejects his advances despite his growing affection for her. Meanwhile, Lorenzo, Marcelina's lover, owes gambling debts. Seeing an opportunity, he convinces Casanova to take his place in a secret rendezvous with Marcelina in exchange for money to secure his pardon. Despite Marcelina's initial resistance, Casanova succeeds in seducing her. However, Lorenzo feels dishonored and demands satisfaction.
Summary
Le retour de Casanova is a historical drama-comedy directed by Édouard Niermans in 1992. The film follows the aging Giacomo Casanova as he attempts to return to Venice but fears arrest due to his past escapades. The story revolves around his relationship with Marcelina, who initially spurns his advances, and Lorenzo, her lover with gambling debts. Set against a backdrop of historical Venice, the movie explores themes of love, deception, honor, and aging.
