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The Charterhouse of Parma (1948): Cast

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The Charterhouse of Parma is a 1948 romantic drama directed by Christian-Jaque, starring Albert Rémy, Attilio Dottesio and Claudio Gora. It runs 2 hours 50 minutes.

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The Charterhouse of Parma (1948) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 50m (170 min)
Director
Christian-Jaque
Genres
Drama , Romance
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Charterhouse of Parma About?

The premise of The Charterhouse of Parma without spoilers.

Adapted from Stendhal’s novel, the film follows noble Fabrice del Dongo, who abandons his clerical career for love, upsetting those around him, the Countess of Sanseverina, whose desire provokes envy. In prison, Fabrice falls for the jailer’s daughter and plans escape, but she swears to Virgin Mary never to see him again, highlighting love versus duty.

The Charterhouse of Parma Themes & Keywords

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  • love
  • prison
  • escape
  • star crossed lovers
  • minister
  • melodrama
  • duel
  • duchess
  • clergy
  • aunt
  • arrest
  • aristocrat
+1 more
  • based on novel
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Cast & crew

The Charterhouse of Parma Cast & Characters

Albert Rémy leads the cast, with Attilio Dottesio as Ferrante Palla (uncredited) and Claudio Gora as Le marquis Crescenzi. Directed by Christian-Jaque; 31 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Christian-Jaque

More films directed by Christian-Jaque: The Legend of Frenchie King, Emma Hamilton, The Other Truth and Ivory Coast Adventure.

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Details

The Charterhouse of Parma Also Known As

10 alternative titles, including “La Certosa di Parma” and “A cartuxa de Parma”.

Also known as
  • La Certosa di Parma
  • A cartuxa de Parma
  • A pármai kolostor
  • El prisionero de Parma
  • Die Kartause von Parma
  • Věznice parmská
  • Пармският манастир
  • Пармская обитель, პარმის მონასტერი
  • 帕尔马修道院
  • Пармський монастир

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The Charterhouse of Parma FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Charterhouse of Parma, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Charterhouse of Parma?

The Charterhouse of Parma runs 2 hours 50 minutes (170 minutes).

When was The Charterhouse of Parma released?

The Charterhouse of Parma was released on February 21, 1948.

Who directed The Charterhouse of Parma?

The Charterhouse of Parma was directed by Christian-Jaque.

More films by Christian-Jaque

Who is in the cast of The Charterhouse of Parma?

The Charterhouse of Parma stars Albert Rémy, Attilio Dottesio as Ferrante Palla (uncredited) and Claudio Gora as Le marquis Crescenzi, among 31 credited actors.

Does The Charterhouse of Parma have a post-credit scene?

No. The Charterhouse of Parma has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Charterhouse of Parma in?

The original language of The Charterhouse of Parma is French.

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