La Ricotta (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1963, La Ricotta is a comedy and drama film directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini, running about 34 minutes.
What it’s about. Made as part of the omnibus film RoGoPaG, this short is a hilarious religious farce. At the Cinecittá film studio a director (played by Orson Welles) begins shooting a film dealing with Christ's cruxification. Among the cast is a Jesus who has sex with boys in the bushes, and a peasant who plays one of the thieves crucified alongside Jesus - the actor literally dies on the cross, but not of inflicted wounds, but of indigestion caused by too much cheese.
Who’s in it. La Ricotta stars Orson Welles as The 'Director', Mario Cipriani as Stracci / Good Thief, Giorgio Bassani as The 'Director' (voice) and Laura Betti as The 'Diva', among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, La Ricotta has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch La Ricotta page.
If you liked it. Fans of La Ricotta tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch La Ricotta (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for La Ricotta change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is La Ricotta worth watching?
- La Ricotta holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in La Ricotta?
- La Ricotta stars Orson Welles, Mario Cipriani, Giorgio Bassani, Laura Betti and Edmonda Aldini.
- When was La Ricotta released?
- La Ricotta was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 34 minutes.