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L'Avventura

A scathing examination of Italy's aristocratic classes set within the framework of a mystery story, director Michelangelo Antonioni's groundbreaking film chronicles the disappearance of a wealthy woman. While searching for her, the woman's lover and best friend become romantically involved. Monica Vitti, Gabrielle Ferzetti star.

Year: 1960
Genre: Alice's 500 Greatest Films, Italian Cinema, Classic Drama, Best of the 1960s, Alice Members' Top 100, Movies (1001 You Must See Before You Die), Martin's Favourites
Country: France, Italy
Director: Michelangelo Antonioni
Starring: Monica Vitti, Gabriele Ferzetti
Duration: 145 Minutes
Rating: R16
Subtitles: Yes
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