The Flavor of Corn
Il sapore del grano
Synopsis
Lorenzo, a handsome first-year professor in an isolated Italian village, falls under the spell of his most beguiling pupil, a dark-haired, starry-eyed 12-year-old named Duilio. As Lorenzo's relationship with his heartless girlfriend deteriorates, he finds himself walking the fields with his loving student. When their idyllic friendship is questioned by Duilio's suspicious stepmother, Lorenzo is brought to a crisis of conscience.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gianni Da Campo
- Screenplay & Story
- Gianni Da Campo
- Original Title
- Il sapore del grano
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Antea Cinematografica, RAI, Award Films International
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gianni Da Campo
Gianni Da Campo
Fernanda Indoni
Enzo Porcelli
Department Leadership Roster
Gianni Da Campo
Director
Gianni Da Campo
Writer
Fernanda Indoni
Editor
Enzo Porcelli
Producer
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1989
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What is The Flavor of Corn about?
Lorenzo, a handsome first-year professor in an isolated Italian village, falls under the spell of his most beguiling pupil, a dark-haired, starry-eyed 12-year-old named Duilio. As Lorenzo's relationship with his heartless girlfriend deteriorates, he finds himself walking the fields with his loving student. When their idyllic friendship is questioned by Duilio's suspicious stepmother, Lorenzo is brought to a crisis of conscience.
Who directed The Flavor of Corn?
The Flavor of Corn was directed by Gianni Da Campo.
Who stars in The Flavor of Corn?
The principal cast of The Flavor of Corn includes Lorenzo Lena, Marco Mestriner, Alba Mottura, Egidio Termine, Marina Vlady.
When was The Flavor of Corn released and how long is it?
The Flavor of Corn was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.