Suffocating Heat (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film
Released in 1991, Suffocating Heat is a drama film directed by Giovanna Gagliardo, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. On June 30, 1990, in Rome, Marie Christine is getting ready to take her son Pietro and Paolo to their father for the weekend. As the Football World Cup is taking place in Italy, Rome is flooded with supporters; the traffic is chaotic and French-born Marie Christine, who works as a translator, finds a bag that belongs to Miriam, who must leave the next day. Marie Christine decides to find her to return her passport, but one Giuliano Ferrini tries to prevent this. So Marie Christine finds herself navigating through a hot Roman night in a city she doesn't know, among people she never dreamed could inhabit the same city.
Who’s in it. Suffocating Heat stars Christine Boisson as Marie Christine, Ennio Fantastichini as Giuliano Ferrini, Fiorenza Marchegiani as Brunella and Maurizio Fardo as Maurizio, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Suffocating Heat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Suffocating Heat tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Suffocating Heat (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Suffocating Heat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Suffocating Heat?
- Suffocating Heat stars Christine Boisson, Ennio Fantastichini, Fiorenza Marchegiani, Maurizio Fardo and Valeria Fabrizi.
- When was Suffocating Heat released?
- Suffocating Heat was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.