The Black Orchid
1958·United States·96 min.
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After mobsters murder her husband, Rose Bianco works long hours making artificial flowers, to support herself and her son. Some suspect that Rose's demand for a lavish lifestyle pushed her husband to a life of crime, and they blame her for his death. Widower Frank Valente is attracted to Rose, and must convince her that real love exists. He must also deal with his own daughter, who has her own reasons for opposing his marriage to Rose.
DirectorMartin Ritt
ScreenwriterJoseph Stefano
MusicAlessandro Cicognini
CinematographyRobert Burks
CastSophia Loren·Anthony Quinn·Peter Mark Richman·Virginia Vincent·Frank Puglia·Jimmy Baird·Naomi Stevens
Original titleThe Black Orchid