Captain Corelli's Mandolin (2001): Cast, Ratings & Where to Watch
Captain Corelli's Mandolin is a 2001 romantic drama directed by John Madden, starring Penélope Cruz. It is partly based on Corelli's Mandolin by Louis de Bernières. It runs 2 hours 11 minutes and earned $62.1 million worldwide on a $57 million budget. Critics gave it 28% on Rotten Tomatoes and 36 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 11m (131 min)
- Director
- John Madden
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Universal Pictures
- Budget
- $57M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Captain Corelli's Mandolin About?
The premise of Captain Corelli's Mandolin without spoilers, adapted from Corelli's Mandolin by Louis de Bernières. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
During wartime in occupied Greece, an unlikely connection develops between a charming Italian officer and the daughter of a local doctor. Their burgeoning relationship is set against a backdrop of conflict and hardship, forcing them to confront divided loyalties and the devastating impact of war on a close-knit community. Amidst the brutality and loss, a shared love of music offers a fleeting solace and a testament to the enduring human spirit.
Captain Corelli's Mandolin Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- scene during closing credits
- epic war
- fiance fiancee relationship
- wartime romance
- europe
- greek
- italian
- captain
- island
- love
- village
- greece
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- fisherman
- greek island
- doctor
- german
- mandolin
- italian soldier
- surrender
- watching a movie
- premarital sex
- female frontal nudity
- breasts
- outdoor sex
- female armpit hair
- nude bathing
- beach party
- beach
- prostitute
- female nudity
- voice over letter
- turk
- translator
- town square
- teenage girl
- tavern
- tango
- singer
- shot in the head
- shooting
- ship
- rifle
- religion
- reference to benito mussolini
- reference to vladimir lenin
- reference to joseph stalin
- reference to adolf hitler
- recording
- record player
- prisoner of war
Where to Watch Captain Corelli's Mandolin
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Captain Corelli's Mandolin Cast
Penélope Cruz stars in Captain Corelli's Mandolin. Directed by John Madden.
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Director John Madden
Captain Corelli's Mandolin Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Captain Corelli's Mandolin 28% on Rotten Tomatoes and 36 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10.
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IMDb 5.9 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 28% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 50%
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Metacritic 36 Metascore
User score 6.9
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TMDB 60% User score
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Captain Corelli's Mandolin Plot Summary
What happens in Captain Corelli's Mandolin from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Greece’s Ionian Islands face the intrusion of the Italian Army, which establishes a sizable garrison along with some German forces on the serene island of Cephalonia. The local populace capitulates immediately. Among the occupiers is Captain Antonio Corelli, an officer from the Italian 33rd Acqui Infantry Division, known for his cheerful demeanor and passion for the mandolin. He takes it upon himself to instruct his soldiers, who have yet to fire a shot in battle, in the art of choral singing. Initially, his presence disturbs many villagers, particularly Pelagia, the strong-willed and educated daughter of the village doctor.
Full summary
The whole story of Captain Corelli's Mandolin, scene by scene
Captain Corelli's Mandolin Box Office & Budget
Captain Corelli's Mandolin grossed $62.1 million worldwide on a $57 million budget, 1.1 times what it cost. $25.5 million came from the US and Canada and $36.6 million (59%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$62.1M
1.1× its budget
- US & Canada
- $25.5M
- International
- $36.6M
- Budget
- $57M
Captain Corelli's Mandolin Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Captain Corelli's Mandolin.
How Well Do You Know Captain Corelli's Mandolin?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the primary setting of 'Captain Corelli's Mandolin'?
Cars in Captain Corelli's Mandolin
12 cars on screen, including the 1938 Fiat 508 CM and the 1948 Moto Guzzi Superalce.
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Simca F594 WML Important role
Captain Corelli's Mandolin Also Known As
27 alternative titles, including “战地情人” and “O Capitão Corelli”.
- Also known as
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- 战地情人
- O Capitão Corelli
- Kaptajn Corellis mandolin
- La mandolina del capitán Corelli
- Capitaine Corelli
- Kaptein Corellis mandolin
- Kapitan Corelli
- コレリ大尉のマンドリン
- Kapten Corellis mandolin
- Το μαντολίνο του λοχαγού Κορέλι
- Выбор капитана Корелли
- 戰地情人
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- Corelli'nin Mandolini
- Idila căpitanului Corelli
- Il mandolino del capitano Corelli
- La mandoline du capitaine Corelli
- Corellis Mandoline
- Mandolína kapitána Corelliho
- Kapteeni Corellin mandoliini
- Corelli kapitány mandolinja
- המנדולינה של קפטן קורלי
- Капитан Корели
- 코렐리의 만돌린
- Kapitono Korelio mandolina, კაპიტან კორელის მანდოლინა
- Вибір капітана Кореллі
- ลิขิตรัก..สงครามไม่อาจพราก
- Mandolina kapetana Corellija
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Captain Corelli's Mandolin FAQ: Where to Watch & Cast
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and the book behind it of Captain Corelli's Mandolin, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Captain Corelli's Mandolin?
Captain Corelli's Mandolin runs 2 hours 11 minutes (131 minutes).
When was Captain Corelli's Mandolin released?
Captain Corelli's Mandolin was released on August 17, 2001.
Who directed Captain Corelli's Mandolin?
Captain Corelli's Mandolin was directed by John Madden.
More films by John Madden Who is in the cast of Captain Corelli's Mandolin?
Captain Corelli's Mandolin stars Penélope Cruz.
Where can I watch Captain Corelli's Mandolin?
In the US, Captain Corelli's Mandolin is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Captain Corelli's Mandolin make at the box office?
Captain Corelli's Mandolin grossed $62.1 million worldwide ($25.5 million domestic, $36.6 million international) on a budget of $57 million.
How is Captain Corelli's Mandolin rated?
Captain Corelli's Mandolin has 5.9/10 on IMDb, 28% on Rotten Tomatoes, 36 on Metacritic and 60% on TMDB.
Is Captain Corelli's Mandolin based on a book?
Yes. Captain Corelli's Mandolin is partly adapted from Corelli's Mandolin by Louis de Bernières.
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