Next Time the Fire
La prossima volta il fuoco
Synopsis
The study of semantics has convinced Amedio that things only have relative validity, and that everything is changeable. So it seems, because while on an Italian holiday with his family, he conceives the idea that his aging wife should assume the role of his mother, and his daughter, who has an infant son, should assume the role of his wife and lover. His real mother, an elderly invalid, dies just as this conceit begins to take form, and, inexplicably, the women placidly go along with this odd notion for a time, but eventually return to their former roles.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Venice Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fabio Carpi
- Original Title
- La prossima volta il fuoco
- Country of Origin
- France, Italy, Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- RSI, SRG SSR, Canal+, Erato Films, Istituto Luce-Italnoleggio Cinematografico, Gam Film S.r.l.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fabio Carpi
Department Leadership Roster
Fabio Carpi
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Next Time the Fire
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What is Next Time the Fire about?
The study of semantics has convinced Amedio that things only have relative validity, and that everything is changeable. So it seems, because while on an Italian holiday with his family, he conceives the idea that his aging wife should assume the role of his mother, and his daughter, who has an infant son, should assume the role of his wife and lover. His real mother, an elderly invalid, dies just as this conceit begins to take form, and, inexplicably, the women placidly go along with this odd notion for a time, but eventually return to their former roles.
Who directed Next Time the Fire?
Next Time the Fire was directed by Fabio Carpi.
Who stars in Next Time the Fire?
The principal cast of Next Time the Fire includes Jean Rochefort, Marie-Christine Barrault, Lila Kedrova, Jacqueline Lustig, Lidija Kozlovič.
When was Next Time the Fire released and how long is it?
Next Time the Fire was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.