Renzo e Lucia

TV Movie, Drama, Romance, History · 2004

Loose adaptation of Italy's national epic, Alessandro Manzoni's “The Betrothed”. In war-torn 17th century Italy, shady feudal lord Don Rodrigo eyes young and beautiful Lucia, who loves—and is reciprocated by—commoner Renzo. The two lovers plan to marry in secret, but Rodrigo discovers it and they are forced to flee their village, becoming separated and each facing many dangers, including the Plague.

Starring

Guido De Angelis, Stefano Scandaletti, Michela Macalli, Maurizio De Angelis, Gianni Quaranta, Stefano Dionisi, Paolo Villaggio, Francesco Scardamaglia, Laura Morante, Francesco Scardamaglia

Director

Francesca Archibugi