Sparrow
Catania, Sicilia 1854. A serious epidemic of cholera is hitting the region. Maria a 16 years old novice leaves her convent and returns her home to avoid contamination. Here she finds a difficult situation, in fact her stepmother and her half-sisters prevent Maria to live the normal life of a teenager. In their minds Maria is the promised "bride of God" and a regular life for her is inappropriate. Nino, her handsome neighbor, falls in love for Maria who isn't indifferent to him. But when Maria comes back to her convent the way to become nun is compelled. Now Maria can understand Sister Agata, and realizes she became mad cause a lost and impossible love like the one between Maria and Nino.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Storia di una capinera
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1994-02-04
- Runtime: 106 minutes
- Rating: 7.396/10 (24 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Cecchi Gori Group Tiger Cinematografica
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.3398
- Languages: English, Italian, Spanish
Cast & Crew
Angela Bettis
as Maria
Johnathon Schaech
as Nino
Eva Alexander
as Annetta
Vanessa Redgrave
as Suor Agata
Sinéad Cusack
as Matilde
Valentina Cortese
as Madre Superiora
John Castle
as Giuseppe
Frank Finlay
as Father Nunzio
Denis Quilley
as Baron Cesaro
Pat Heywood
as Sister Teresa
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Trailers & Clips
Sparrow (Storia di una Capinera, 1993) Italian Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparrow?▼
Sparrow is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1994-02-04.
Who are the main actors in Sparrow?▼
The main cast includes Angela Bettis, Johnathon Schaech, Eva Alexander, Vanessa Redgrave, Sinéad Cusack, .
Where can I watch Sparrow online?▼
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Is Sparrow based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Sparrow?▼
Sparrow has an IMDb rating of 7.396/10 based on 24 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Sparrow?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Sparrow?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Cecchi Gori Group Tiger Cinematografica. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Sparrow filmed?▼
Sparrow was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Sparrow?▼
The total runtime of Sparrow is 106 minutes.
Is Sparrow suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Sparrow?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Sparrow.
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