Carlo Lastricati, an Italian director, is best known for his work on Fast and Sexy (1958), a film that embodies the bold aesthetics of mid-century erotic thrillers. While his directorial career may be brief, Fast and Sexy stands out for its audacious approach to themes of desire and temptation, capturing the essence of its era. Lastricati's unique vision contributes to the ongoing conversation around cult cinema, making his work a significant part of SassyFlix's diverse catalog.
Fast and Sexy
In this occasionally amusing frolic, Gina Lollobrigida plays a sexy widow who returns to Italy from New York following the death of her husband. Her wealth and good looks entice all the men in her small village except for the one she really wants, the town blacksmith (Dale Robertson). Giuseppe Rotunno's warm cinematography and the irresistible Lollobrigida make this one worth seeing, while the screenplay (by Ettore Margadonna, Luciana Corda, and Joseph Stefano) manages to be clever without being smirky. Look for a funny bit by Vittorio DeSica, who supervised some scenes, as a loquacious priest. This film is also known as both Anna of Brooklyn and Fast and Sexy.
