The Violet Seller
La violetera
Synopsis
On New Year's Eve 1899, Soledad is peddling violets in a Madrid busy street when she meets aristocrat Fernando. The couple falls in love but their different social backgrounds threatens the relationship. Fernando is under constant pressure from his older brother Alfonso who reminds him of his duties including his engagement to Magdalena, a countess. Disregarding all social conventions and scandalizing high society, Fernando sets up Soledad in a plush apartment and announces their marriage plans.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Luis César Amadori
- Screenplay & Story
- Jesús María de Arozamena
- Original Score
- Juan Quintero
- Original Title
- La violetera
- Country of Origin
- Italy, Spain
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, French
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- Producciones Benito Perojo, Trevi Cinematografica, Vic Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Luis César Amadori
Jesús María de Arozamena, Manuel Villegas López, André Tabet
Juan Quintero
Antonio L. Ballesteros
Antonio Ramírez de Loaysa
Department Leadership Roster
Luis César Amadori
Director
Joaquín Esparza
Costume Design
Antonio L. Ballesteros
Director of Photography
Antonio Ramírez de Loaysa
Editor
Jesús María de Arozamena
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What is The Violet Seller about?
On New Year's Eve 1899, Soledad is peddling violets in a Madrid busy street when she meets aristocrat Fernando. The couple falls in love but their different social backgrounds threatens the relationship. Fernando is under constant pressure from his older brother Alfonso who reminds him of his duties including his engagement to Magdalena, a countess. Disregarding all social conventions and scandalizing high society, Fernando sets up Soledad in a plush apartment and announces their marriage plans.
Who directed The Violet Seller?
The Violet Seller was directed by Luis César Amadori.
Who stars in The Violet Seller?
The principal cast of The Violet Seller includes Sara Montiel, Raf Vallone, Frank Villard, Ana Mariscal, Laura Valenzuela.
When was The Violet Seller released and how long is it?
The Violet Seller was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
Who composed the musical score for The Violet Seller?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Violet Seller was composed by Juan Quintero.