The Alcove (1985)
Original title: L'alcova
In 1936 Italy, Elio returns home from Africa with a present for his wife in the form of Zerbal (Laura Gemser), the daughter of a tribal king. Unbeknown to him, his neglected wife Alessandra (Lili Carati) has formed a relationship with Elio’s otherwise frigid secretary Velma (Annie Belle) who is less than pleased at Elio’s return
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Lilli CaratiAlessandra
Annie BelleWilma
Laura GemserZerbal
Al CliverElio De Silveris
Nello PazzafiniThe GardenerRoberto CarusoFurioSteven LuottoFurio (voice) (uncredited)Susan SpaffordAlexandra (voice) (uncredited)Keywords
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Genre affinityThriller · Drama · RomanceTheme affinityRevenge · Racial Prejudice · JealousyMood preferenceRomanceDialogue densityDramaPacingShortEmotional intensityRomance
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Frequently asked questions about The Alcove
What is The Alcove about?
In 1936 Italy, Elio returns home from Africa with a present for his wife in the form of Zerbal (Laura Gemser), the daughter of a tribal king. Unbeknown to him, his neglected wife Alessandra (Lili Carati) has formed a relationship with Elio’s otherwise frigid secretary Velma (Annie Belle) who is less than pleased at Elio’s return
How long is The Alcove?
The Alcove has a runtime of 88 minutes.