Leap Into the Void (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1980, Leap Into the Void is a drama and romance film directed by Marco Bellocchio, running about 114 minutes.
What it’s about. Mauro, a judge, is worried about his older sister Marta, who took care of him since he was a boy, and now suffers from mental illness and suicidal thoughts. She seems to recover from her depression when Mauro acquaints her with Giovanni, a brilliant actor at the edge of legality. However, Mauro becomes unconsciously jealous of their relationship and tries to get Giovanni arrested.
Who’s in it. Leap Into the Void stars Michel Piccoli as Mauro Ponticelli, Anouk Aimée as Marta Ponticelli, Michele Placido as Giovanni Sciabola and Gisella Burinato as Anna, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Leap Into the Void has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Leap Into the Void page.
If you liked it. Fans of Leap Into the Void tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Leap Into the Void (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Leap Into the Void change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Leap Into the Void worth watching?
- Leap Into the Void holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Leap Into the Void?
- Leap Into the Void stars Michel Piccoli, Anouk Aimée, Michele Placido, Gisella Burinato and Antonio Piovanelli.