Ombre sul Canal Grande

1951Movie1 h 34 min

80
GreatGoodWatch score
80
GreatGoodWatch score

Summary

Set in a somber, shadowy Venice, the film opens with the mysterious disappearance of Dr. Carlo Pavani, a well‑respected executive at Assicurazioni Generali. His absence causes much concern in his upper‑class household. Several days later, his body is found washed up onto the steps of a palazzo on the lagoon.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Teens
  • Thought-provoking

Skip it if

  • You want something to laugh at

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Not for laughs, scares or brutality.

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Produced by
Luigi Rovere
Music by
Gino Gorini

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Facts

January 12, 1951 · 1 h 34 min · Italian

Released
January 12, 1951
Runtime
1 h 34 min
Original language
Italian

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4 questions, like "Is Ombre sul Canal Grande worth watching?"

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Is Ombre sul Canal Grande worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80.

Is Ombre sul Canal Grande plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (7 of 10) and dialogue centrality (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Ombre sul Canal Grande good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 6 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is Ombre sul Canal Grande in English?

Italian

No, it was made in Italian.