Playing with Love
Maladolescenza
Synopsis
Laura and Fabrizio have been meeting every summer in the forest by her parent's summer home. Fabrizio is a solitary boy with only his dog for company; Laura a sweet but unconfident child. This summer new aspects enter into their story as both are growing up. Laura is falling in love with Fabrizio, while he displays a new sexual awareness of her masked by his malice. Things develop further when they meet Sylvia who, unlike the innocent Laura, is confident and assertive. Fabrizio develops a fascination with her, eventually bribing Laura to fetch her to the forest to join them in play.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 7, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 30, 2004
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pier Giuseppe Murgia
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Berling, Dieter Geissler, Pier Giuseppe Murgia, Barbara Alberti, Amedeo Pagani
- Original Score
- Jürgen Drews
- Original Title
- Maladolescenza
- Country of Origin
- Italy, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Cinema 23 Film, Monarex, Petra Cinematografica, Seven Star Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pier Giuseppe Murgia
Peter Berling, Dieter Geissler, Pier Giuseppe Murgia, Barbara Alberti, Amedeo Pagani
Jürgen Drews
Inga Seyric
Franco Cancellieri
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Berling
Writer
Pier Giuseppe Murgia
Writer
Pier Giuseppe Murgia
Director
Inga Seyric
Editor
Isolde Jovine
Costume Design
Franco Cancellieri
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
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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TMDB Cal B-rated
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Frequently Asked Questions About Playing with Love
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Playing with Love about?
Laura and Fabrizio have been meeting every summer in the forest by her parent's summer home. Fabrizio is a solitary boy with only his dog for company; Laura a sweet but unconfident child. This summer new aspects enter into their story as both are growing up. Laura is falling in love with Fabrizio, while he displays a new sexual awareness of her masked by his malice. Things develop further when they meet Sylvia who, unlike the innocent Laura, is confident and assertive. Fabrizio develops a fascination with her, eventually bribing Laura to fetch her to the forest to join them in play.
Who directed Playing with Love?
Playing with Love was directed by Pier Giuseppe Murgia.
Who stars in Playing with Love?
The principal cast of Playing with Love includes Lara Wendel, Éva Ionesco, Martin Loeb.
When was Playing with Love released and how long is it?
Playing with Love was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Playing with Love?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Playing with Love was composed by Jürgen Drews.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Playing with Love?
Playing with Love holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); FR: 18 (Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).