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The Alcove

The Alcove

In 1936 Italy, Elio returns home from Africa with a present for his wife in the form of Zerbal, the daughter of a tribal king. Unbeknown to him, his neglected wife Alessandra has formed a relationship with Elio’s otherwise frigid secretary Velma who is less than pleased at Elio’s return.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: L'alcova
  • Genres: Drama, Romance, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1985-01-21
  • Runtime: 88 minutes
  • Rating: 5.379/10 (33 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: M.A.D. Film, Filmirage, Golden Hawk Entertainment
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 26.5651
  • Languages: Italian

Cast & Crew

Lilli Carati

Lilli Carati

as Alessandra

Annie Belle

Annie Belle

as Wilma

Laura Gemser

Laura Gemser

as Zerbal

Al Cliver

Al Cliver

as Elio De Silveris

Nello Pazzafini

Nello Pazzafini

as The Gardener

Roberto Caruso

Roberto Caruso

as Furio

Steven Luotto

Steven Luotto

as Furio (voice) (uncredited)

Susan Spafford

Susan Spafford

as Alexandra (voice) (uncredited)

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Keywords

jealousyexploitationrevengelesbian sexcolonialismracial prejudiceillicit affairfemale slave

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Alcove?

The Alcove is a Drama, Romance, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1985-01-21.

Who are the main actors in The Alcove?

The main cast includes Lilli Carati, Annie Belle, Laura Gemser, Al Cliver, Nello Pazzafini, .

Where can I watch The Alcove online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Alcove is available.

Is The Alcove based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Alcove?

The Alcove has an IMDb rating of 5.379/10 based on 33 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Alcove?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Alcove?

The soundtrack was composed by M.A.D. Film, Filmirage, Golden Hawk Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Alcove filmed?

The Alcove was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Alcove?

The total runtime of The Alcove is 88 minutes.

Is The Alcove suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Alcove?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Alcove.

Does The Alcove have a post-credit scene?

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