The Counsellor
Il consigliori
Synopsis
When the godson of San Francisco's crime lord asks permission to leave "the business," Don Antonio agrees, but reluctantly. Such behavior by either one is a violation of the code, and a bloody mob war breaks out. It is only through the strong support of his family connections in Sicily that Don Antonio is able to survive the mêlée and come out on top. Aghast at the situation he has caused, the godson becomes his leader's "consigliere," or Counselor at Crime.
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Counselor at Crime (1973) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-08-05
Top Cast
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Tomas Milian
Thomas Accardo
Martin Balsam
Don Antonio Macaluso
Francisco Rabal
Vincent Garofalo
Dagmar Lassander
Laura Murchison
Nello Pazzafini
Killer (in "Polizzi Generosa")
Perla Cristal
Dorothy
Carlo Tamberlani
Don Michele Villabate
Manuel Zarzo
Dorsiello
John Anderson
Don Vito Albanese
Franco Angrisano
Torrillo
Fortunato Arena
Uomo di Garofalo
Carlo Gaddi
Carlo
Giovanni Pallavicino
Giovanni Carbone
Carla Mancini
Lorenzo Piani
Sacheen Littlefeather
Maggie
Ray K. Goman
Sgt. Dieterle
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 1, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alberto De Martino
- Screenplay & Story
- Adriano Bolzoni, Vincenzo Mannino, Leonardo Martín, Alberto De Martino
- Original Score
- Riz Ortolani
- Original Title
- Il consigliori
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Star Films S.A.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alberto De Martino
Adriano Bolzoni, Vincenzo Mannino, Leonardo Martín, Alberto De Martino
Riz Ortolani
Rafael Pacheco
Otello Colangeli
Maurizio Amati
Department Leadership Roster
Alberto De Martino
Director
Riz Ortolani
Original Music Composer
Rafael Pacheco
Director of Photography
Otello Colangeli
Editor
Adriano Bolzoni
Screenplay
Vincenzo Mannino
Screenplay
Leonardo Martín
Screenplay
Alberto De Martino
Screenplay
Carlo Leva
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Counsellor
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What is The Counsellor about?
When the godson of San Francisco's crime lord asks permission to leave "the business," Don Antonio agrees, but reluctantly. Such behavior by either one is a violation of the code, and a bloody mob war breaks out. It is only through the strong support of his family connections in Sicily that Don Antonio is able to survive the mêlée and come out on top. Aghast at the situation he has caused, the godson becomes his leader's "consigliere," or Counselor at Crime.
Who directed The Counsellor?
The Counsellor was directed by Alberto De Martino.
Who stars in The Counsellor?
The principal cast of The Counsellor includes Tomas Milian, Martin Balsam, Francisco Rabal, Dagmar Lassander, Nello Pazzafini.
When was The Counsellor released and how long is it?
The Counsellor was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for The Counsellor?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Counsellor was composed by Riz Ortolani.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Counsellor?
The Counsellor holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.).