Avatar
Synopsis
Based on Théophile Gautier's novel of the same name, the film tells of the tragic love affair of Ottavio de Saville. He falls madly in love with Madame Prascovie Labinska, a woman very faithful to her husband, the Polish count Olaf Labinski. Alarmed by the growing physical and mental weariness of the desperate young man, his relatives and friends decide to turn to Doctor Balthazar, who has just returned from a trip to the Indies where he was initiated into the secrets of Brahman.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carmine Gallone
- Screenplay & Story
- Théophile Gautier
- Original Title
- Avatar
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Società Italiana Cines
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carmine Gallone
Théophile Gautier
Department Leadership Roster
Carmine Gallone
Director
Théophile Gautier
Writer
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What is Avatar about?
Based on Théophile Gautier's novel of the same name, the film tells of the tragic love affair of Ottavio de Saville. He falls madly in love with Madame Prascovie Labinska, a woman very faithful to her husband, the Polish count Olaf Labinski. Alarmed by the growing physical and mental weariness of the desperate young man, his relatives and friends decide to turn to Doctor Balthazar, who has just returned from a trip to the Indies where he was initiated into the secrets of Brahman.
Who directed Avatar?
Avatar was directed by Carmine Gallone.
Who stars in Avatar?
The principal cast of Avatar includes Soava Gallone, Andrea Habay, Amleto Novelli, Augusto Mastripietri.
When was Avatar released and how long is it?
Avatar was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.