A Parisian in Rome
Una parigina a Roma
Synopsis
The story follows Riccardo, an Austrian pianist studying in Rome and engaged to local woman Fiorella, who has a brief encounter with French tourist Germaine, igniting a love triangle involving misunderstandings, a false arrest, and romantic schemes. Starring Barbara Laage as Germaine, Alberto Sordi as Alberto, Anna Maria Ferrero as Fiorella, and Erwin Strahl as Riccardo, the film blends humor with lighthearted drama set against the backdrop of Rome's iconic landmarks. Paul Hörbiger plays Professor Roth, serving as a stern mentor to the protagonist Riccardo and delivering comic relief via his rigid academic counsel amid the story's chaotic love triangle.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Erich Kobler
- Screenplay & Story
- Ákos Tolnay, Ettore Scola
- Original Score
- Luigi Malatesta
- Original Title
- Una parigina a Roma
- Country of Origin
- Germany, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Rivo Film, Copa Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Erich Kobler
Ákos Tolnay, Ettore Scola
Luigi Malatesta
Francesco Izzarelli, Eugen Schüfftan
Mario Serandrei
Ferruccio Biancini
Department Leadership Roster
Fabrizio Carafa
Costume Design
Ákos Tolnay
Screenplay
Ottavio Scotti
Production Design
Ferruccio Biancini
Producer
Ettore Scola
Screenplay
Francesco Izzarelli
Director of Photography
Mario Serandrei
Editor
Eugen Schüfftan
Director of Photography
Luigi Malatesta
Original Music Composer
Erich Kobler
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Parisian in Rome
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What is A Parisian in Rome about?
The story follows Riccardo, an Austrian pianist studying in Rome and engaged to local woman Fiorella, who has a brief encounter with French tourist Germaine, igniting a love triangle involving misunderstandings, a false arrest, and romantic schemes. Starring Barbara Laage as Germaine, Alberto Sordi as Alberto, Anna Maria Ferrero as Fiorella, and Erwin Strahl as Riccardo, the film blends humor with lighthearted drama set against the backdrop of Rome's iconic landmarks. Paul Hörbiger plays Professor Roth, serving as a stern mentor to the protagonist Riccardo and delivering comic relief via his rigid academic counsel amid the story's chaotic love triangle.
Who directed A Parisian in Rome?
A Parisian in Rome was directed by Erich Kobler.
Who stars in A Parisian in Rome?
The principal cast of A Parisian in Rome includes Alberto Sordi, Anna Maria Ferrero, Barbara Laage, Erwin Strahl, Paul Hörbiger.
When was A Parisian in Rome released and how long is it?
A Parisian in Rome was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for A Parisian in Rome?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Parisian in Rome was composed by Luigi Malatesta.