Loose adaptation of Italy's national epic, Alessandro Manzoni's “The Betrothed”. In war-torn 17th century Italy, shady feudal lord Don Rodrigo eyes young and beautiful Lucia, who loves—and is reciprocated by—commoner Renzo. The two lovers plan to marry in secret, but Rodrigo discovers it and they are forced to flee their village, becoming separated and each facing many dangers, including the Plague.
Released: Jan 13, 2004
Runtime: 186 minutes
Genre: TV Movie, Drama, Romance, History
Stars: Stefano Scandaletti, Michela Macalli, Stefano Dionisi, Paolo Villaggio, Laura Morante, Toni Bertorelli
Crew: Alessandro Manzoni (Novel), Battista Lena (Original Music Composer), Silvia Moraes (Sound Editor), Elisabetta Boni (Casting), Stefano Paltrinieri (Set Decoration), Francesco Scardamaglia (Story)