Black Velvet
Velluto nero
“THE STEAMY SIDE OF PARADISE will excite you, delight you and ignite you!”
Synopsis
Crystal, a wealthy, scorned woman living in a massive Egyptian palace with her daughter Magda, finds commiseration in a dried-up Hollywood expat who surrounds himself with singing children.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 6, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brunello Rondi
- Screenplay & Story
- Brunello Rondi, Ferdinando Baldi
- Original Score
- Alberto Baldan Bembo
- Original Title
- Velluto nero
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- English, Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Rekord Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brunello Rondi
Brunello Rondi, Ferdinando Baldi
Alberto Baldan Bembo
Gastone Di Giovanni
Bruno Mattei
Alfredo Bini, Harry Alan Towers
Department Leadership Roster
Brunello Rondi
Director
Brunello Rondi
Writer
Bruno Mattei
Editor
Alberto Baldan Bembo
Original Music Composer
Gastone Di Giovanni
Director of Photography
Alfredo Bini
Producer
Harry Alan Towers
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Velvet
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Black Velvet about?
Crystal, a wealthy, scorned woman living in a massive Egyptian palace with her daughter Magda, finds commiseration in a dried-up Hollywood expat who surrounds himself with singing children.
Who directed Black Velvet?
Black Velvet was directed by Brunello Rondi.
Who stars in Black Velvet?
The principal cast of Black Velvet includes Laura Gemser, Annie Belle, Al Cliver, Gabriele Tinti, Feodor Chaliapin Jr..
When was Black Velvet released and how long is it?
Black Velvet was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Black Velvet?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Black Velvet was composed by Alberto Baldan Bembo.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Black Velvet?
Black Velvet holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).