Angels of Darkness
Donne proibite
“Love was their trade!”
Synopsis
When "Tamara" throws herself from the window of their brothel, her colleagues are made to realise that a new law will close down the source of their livelihood. The girls must now find honest work.
Top Cast
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Linda Darnell
Lola Baldi
Valentina Cortese
Vally
Giulietta Masina
Rosita
Anthony Quinn
Francesco Caserto
Lea Padovani
Franca
Lilla Brignone
Tamara
Carlo Dapporto
Vittorio
Alberto Farnese
The Sportsman
Alberto Talegalli
A relative of Francesco's
Checco Durante
Another relative of Francesco's
Roberto Risso
Bruno
Lola Braccini
Signora Capello
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 21, 1956
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Giuseppe Amato
- Screenplay & Story
- Giuseppe Amato, Siro Angeli, Giuseppe De Santis, Giuseppe Mangione, Elio Petri, Gianni Puccini, Cesare Zavattini
- Original Score
- Renzo Rossellini
- Original Title
- Donne proibite
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- English, Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Amato Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Giuseppe Amato
Giuseppe Amato, Siro Angeli, Giuseppe De Santis, Giuseppe Mangione, Elio Petri, Gianni Puccini, Cesare Zavattini, Carletto Concina, Bruno Paolinelli
Renzo Rossellini
Anchise Brizzi
Gabriele Varriale
Giuseppe Amato, Tino Buazzelli, Piero Cocco
Department Leadership Roster
Giuseppe Amato
Screenplay
Siro Angeli
Screenplay
Giuseppe De Santis
Screenplay
Giuseppe Mangione
Screenplay
Elio Petri
Screenplay
Gianni Puccini
Screenplay
Cesare Zavattini
Screenplay
Giuseppe Amato
Director
Renzo Rossellini
Original Music Composer
Anchise Brizzi
Director of Photography
Gabriele Varriale
Editor
Virgilio Marchi
Production Design
Elio Costanzi
Costume Design
Giuseppe Amato
Producer
Tino Buazzelli
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Angels of Darkness
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Angels of Darkness about?
When "Tamara" throws herself from the window of their brothel, her colleagues are made to realise that a new law will close down the source of their livelihood. The girls must now find honest work.
Who directed Angels of Darkness?
Angels of Darkness was directed by Giuseppe Amato.
Who stars in Angels of Darkness?
The principal cast of Angels of Darkness includes Linda Darnell, Valentina Cortese, Giulietta Masina, Anthony Quinn, Lea Padovani.
When was Angels of Darkness released and how long is it?
Angels of Darkness was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Angels of Darkness?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Angels of Darkness was composed by Renzo Rossellini.