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This Wine Of Love

1948, Movie, NR, 75 mins

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This adaption of the Donizetti comic opera features Corradi as a young coquette who enjoys teasing the local boys. Sinimberghi is the young man who worships the girl and is finally united with her after medicineman Tajo concocts a powerful love potion. The American version featured an unneeded commentary by Milton Cross at the film's beginning. It should have been left out as the delightful talents of the players are all that's needed to convey the story. Watch for an appear... read more leave a comment
Year: 1948
Rated NR

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Cast
Nelly Corradi: Adina
Loretta Di Lelio: Giannetta
Tito Gobbi: Belcore
Gino Sinimberghi: Nemorino
Italo Tajo: Dulcamara
Milton Cross

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