

Clothing the Naked
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Synopsis
Ersilia Drei, after a suicide attempt recounts her vicissitudes: hired as governess to the daughter of Consul Grotti she is wooed by Franco but soon after seduced by the very consul who drives her away after his daughter loses her life due to Ersilia's distraction. Because of economic difficulties she falls lower and lower until she meets Ludovico with whom she can perhaps hope for sincere love again. The consul's return, however, will lead her toward a tragic ending.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Gabriele Ferzetti
Ludovico Nota
Eleonora Rossi Drago
Ersilia Drei
Pierre Brasseur
Console Grotti
Frank Latimore
Franco Laspiga
Jacqueline Porel
Fidanzata di Ludovico
Micheline Francey
Signora Grotti
Manlio Busoni
Paolo Ferrara
Luigi Gambardella
Pina Lenti
Jacqueline Marbaux
Giulia Pittaluga
Valerio Ruggeri
Edda Soligo
Laura Torchio
Aldo Vasco
Nino Vingelli
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marcello Pagliero
- Screenplay & Story
- Francesco De Feo, Anton Giulio Majano, Attilio Riccio, Ennio Flaiano
- Original Score
- Franco Mannino
- Original Title
- Vestire gli ignudi
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marcello Pagliero
Francesco De Feo, Anton Giulio Majano, Attilio Riccio, Ennio Flaiano
Franco Mannino
Enzo Serafin
Department Leadership Roster
Ottavio Scotti
Production Design
Francesco De Feo
Writer
Enzo Serafin
Director of Photography
Anton Giulio Majano
Writer
Attilio Riccio
Writer
Marcello Pagliero
Director
Ennio Flaiano
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Clothing the Naked.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Clothing the Naked
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Clothing the Naked about?
Ersilia Drei, after a suicide attempt recounts her vicissitudes: hired as governess to the daughter of Consul Grotti she is wooed by Franco but soon after seduced by the very consul who drives her away after his daughter loses her life due to Ersilia's distraction. Because of economic difficulties she falls lower and lower until she meets Ludovico with whom she can perhaps hope for sincere love again. The consul's return, however, will lead her toward a tragic ending.
Who directed Clothing the Naked?
Clothing the Naked was directed by Marcello Pagliero.
Who stars in Clothing the Naked?
The principal cast of Clothing the Naked includes Gabriele Ferzetti, Eleonora Rossi Drago, Pierre Brasseur, Frank Latimore, Jacqueline Porel.
When was Clothing the Naked released and how long is it?
Clothing the Naked was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for Clothing the Naked?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Clothing the Naked was composed by Franco Mannino.
