Edwige Fenech stars as a widow racing the clock for an inheritance in this Italian sex comedy.
THE WINSOME WIDOW
After the death of rich husband Salvatore in a car accident, his beautiful wife Caterina is preparing to collect the enormous legacy, but she will be able to benefit from it only if she gives birth to a child.
Proof that in 1970s Italy, even probate law could lead to a bedroom farce.
The Winsome Widow milks its premise for all it's worth, blending inheritance hijinks with risqué Italian humor. Edwige Fenech delivers as the resourceful widow caught between lusty relatives and the ticking clock on her claim to riches. If you appreciate a sex comedy with plenty of cleavage and conniving, this one's a cheeky slice of 1970s Italy.
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The Winsome Widow is a 1973 Italian comedy film directed by Mariano Laurenti about a young widow who must conceive a child quickly to claim her late husband's fortune.
- Director
- Mariano Laurenti
- Writers
- Aldo Grimaldi, Giovanni Grimaldi
- Release
- 1973
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Country
- Italy
- Language
- Italian
- Genres
- Comedy
- Also Known As
- The Sad Widow, The Winsome Widow, The Inconsolable Widow Thanks All Those Who Consoled Her, La viuda inconsolable agradece a los que la consolaron, Consolar a la viuda italiana, La vedova inconsolabile ringrazia quanti la consolarono
Synopsis
Why Cult
Edwige Fenech takes center stage as Caterina, bringing her comedic timing and undeniable screen presence to the sex comedy chaos.
This film leans into its Italian sex comedy roots, complete with suggestive situations, marital scheming, and a parade of eccentric relatives.
A widow, a fortune, and a questionable will set the stage for inheritance-driven farce where pregnancy is the key to wealth.
From deep cleavage to playful footsie, the film doesn't shy away from the era's erotic trappings and visual gags.
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Questions from the Vault
What is The Winsome Widow about? +
The Winsome Widow follows a beautiful widow who must get pregnant quickly after her husband's death to secure his fortune, or risk losing it to his brothers.
When was The Winsome Widow released? +
The Winsome Widow was released in 1973.
Who directed The Winsome Widow? +
The Winsome Widow was directed by Mariano Laurenti.
How long is The Winsome Widow? +
The Winsome Widow has a runtime of 98 minutes.
What genre is The Winsome Widow? +
The Winsome Widow is a comedy film.
Where can I watch The Winsome Widow? +
You can watch The Winsome Widow on SassyFlix.
