Born in Milan in 1917, Massimo Dallamano emerged as a versatile force in Italian cinema, transitioning from cinematographer to director and writer. His directorial vision is evident in Dorian Gray (1970), where he explores themes of beauty and decay, and Super Bitch (1973), a provocative blend of eroticism and crime. Dallamano's unique style, characterized by striking visuals and daring narratives, solidified his place in the giallo and poliziotteschi genres, making him a significant figure in the cult film landscape.
Innocence and Desire
A young seminarian is back to his family to reflect on the sincerity of his mystical vocation. Here, in a pleasant Sicilian province, he has to face several sexual temptations, even encouraged by his grandfather Don Salvatore, who suffers from satyriasis. When the grandfather dies, Carmela, his young stepmother, will definitively discourage the seminarian from his religious intentions.
