White Nights (1957) is a visually breathtaking 1957 film directed by Luchino Visconti, inspired by a story from Fyodor Dostoyevsky. This cinematic gem features Marcello Mastroianni in one of his early roles as a solitary man who encounters a melancholic woman (Maria Schell) and becomes deeply infatuated with her. Despite her initial reserve, the two form a bond as she awaits the return of her lover. Their relationship develops into a tender romance, though both are aware of its fleeting nature. While the narrative is not plot-heavy, the film excels in its visual and atmospheric elements. Shot entirely on meticulously crafted and stunning sets, the film's environments possess a rich, shadowy quality that is truly captivating. The black-and-white cinematography is velvety and smooth, framing the characters in powerful compositions. The score by Nino Rota ("The Godfather") further enhances the film's mood and atmosphere, making it a timeless masterpiece.
Credits
Direction Luchino Visconti
Cast Maria Schell · Marcello Mastroianni · Jean Marais · Marcella Rovena · Maria Zanoli · Elena Fancera
Soundtrack Nino Rota
Screenplay Suso Cecchi d'Amico · Luchino Visconti · Fiódor Dostoyevski
Cinematography Giuseppe Rotunno
Technical sheet
Title White Nights
Original title Le notti bianche
Year 1957
Type Movie
Length 97 min.
Country Italy
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