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A widow and her daughter’s tranquil villa life unravels when a former lover returns with secrets of his own.

THE HOUSE OF DOVES

1972 · 1h 30m · NR · Drama · IMDB TMDB

The widow Alexandra and her schoolgirl daughter Sandra live together in a luxurious villa in Spain. When Fernando, an old love of Alexandra's, appears in town the two rekindle their love affair until Alexandra finds that he is being paid to be the companion of a rich older woman

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What is The House of Doves about?

The House of Doves is a 1972 Italy-Spain drama directed by Claudio Guerín Hill about a widow and her daughter whose lives are disrupted when an old flame returns and hidden motives surface.

Programmer's Pick

Mother-daughter rivalry set against the backdrop of Spanish wealth? You know there’s no shortage of drama, especially when a gigolo with questionable motives struts back into town. Ornella Muti and Lucia Bosè elevate this steamy Mediterranean melodrama with a tangle of passion and resentment.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Set in a luxurious Spanish villa, The House of Doves follows Alexandra, a widow, and her schoolgirl daughter, Sandra, as they navigate the delicate balance of their close-knit life. The arrival of Fernando, Alexandra’s former lover, stirs up old passions and new complications. As Alexandra rekindles her romance, she faces unsettling truths about Fernando’s circumstances, particularly his involvement with a wealthy older woman. The film explores the entanglements of desire, family rivalry, and shifting loyalties, painting a picture of emotional tension and social intrigue in an opulent setting.

Details & Specs

Director
Claudio Guerín Hill
Writers
Leonardo Martín, Miguel Rubio, Giovanni Simonelli, Claudio Guerín Hill
Release
1972
Runtime
1h 30m
Country
Italy, Spain
Language
Spanish
Genres
Drama
Also Known As
Violation of Laura, La seducción, La violación, Un solo grande amore, Keine Frau für gewisse Stunden, The House of the Doves, The Love Affair

Cast & Crew

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Director: Claudio Guerín Hill Writers: Leonardo Martín +3 more
Ornella Muti Ornella Muti Sandra Lucia Bosè Lucia Bosè Alexandra GL Glen Lee Fernando Carmen de Lirio Carmen de Lirio Marilú Caterina Boratto Caterina Boratto Virginia Luis Dávila Luis Dávila Enrique BS Blanca Sendino Conchita Goyanes Conchita Goyanes María Kiti Mánver Kiti Mánver Elisa FS Fernando Sánchez Polack Sirviente de Fernando JA Juana Azorín

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Why Cult

Mother-Daughter Tension

The film dives deep into the complexities of family rivalry when a widow and her daughter face off over love and loyalty.

Luxurious Spanish Setting

Set in an opulent villa, the lush visuals and atmospheric backdrop immerse you in Mediterranean affluence and secrecy.

Erotic Undercurrents

Themes of desire, seduction, and forbidden relationships simmer beneath the surface, giving the drama a provocative edge.

Ornella Muti Intrigue

Ornella Muti brings depth and allure as Sandra, caught between innocence and awakening in a web of adult machinations.

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Questions from the Vault

Who directed The House of Doves? +

The House of Doves was directed by Claudio Guerín Hill.

How long is The House of Doves? +

The House of Doves has a runtime of 90 minutes.

What genre is The House of Doves? +

The House of Doves is a drama.

Where can I watch The House of Doves? +

The House of Doves is available to watch on SassyFlix.

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