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La Dolce Vita (1960)

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8.0/10 · 2,067 votes 2h 54m nr ComedyDrama

#5 of 17 films from 1960 #60 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Federico Fellini · Written by Federico Fellini, Tullio Pinelli, Ennio Flaiano, Brunello Rondi

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Overview

Episodic journey of journalist Marcello who struggles to find his place in the world, torn between the allure of Rome's elite social scene and the stifling domesticity offered by his girlfriend, all the while searching for a way to become a serious writer.

Cast

Marcello Mastroiannias Marcello Rubini
Anita Ekbergas Sylvia
Anouk Aiméeas Maddalena
Yvonne Furneauxas Emma
Magali Noëlas Fanny
Alain Cunyas Steiner
Annibale Ninchias Marcello's father
Walter Santessoas Paparazzo
Valeria Ciangottinias Paola
Riccardo Garroneas Riccardo
Ida Gallias Debutante of the year
Audrey McDonaldas Jane
Polidoras Pagliaccio
Alain Dijonas Frankie Stout

Facts

Release dateFebruary 5, 1960
Runtime174 min (2h 54m) — longer as the 1960 average of 120 min
GenresComedy, Drama
Original titleLa dolce vita
LanguageIT
Box office$19,647,000
IMDbtt0053779

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Questions

How long is La Dolce Vita?
La Dolce Vita runs 174 minutes (2h 54m), which is long for a comedy — plan for it.
Is La Dolce Vita worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8/10 across 2,067 votes, which places it #5 of 17 films released in 1960 in this index (top 76%) and #60 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed La Dolce Vita?
La Dolce Vita was directed by Federico Fellini. Other well-rated titles by the same director: 8½ (1963), Nights of Cabiria (1957), La Strada (1954).
Who stars in La Dolce Vita?
Marcello Mastroianni as Marcello Rubini; Anita Ekberg as Sylvia; Anouk Aimée as Maddalena; Yvonne Furneaux as Emma; Magali Noël as Fanny; Alain Cuny as Steiner.
What is La Dolce Vita rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for La Dolce Vita?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/127252.

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