The Belly of an Architect

Nan
1h 58m
1987
6.8 /10 (123)

Art is the food for madness.

Overview

The American architect Kracklite arrives in Italy, supervising an exhibiton for a French architect, Boullée, famous for his oval structures. Tirelessly dedicated to the project, Kracklite's marriage quickly dissolves along with his health.

Country : Italy, United Kingdom
Genre : Drama
Languages : Italiano, English
Released Date: 1987-09-23

Top Billed Cast

Brian Dennehy

Stourley Kracklite

Chloe Webb

Louisa Kracklite

Lambert Wilson

Caspasian Speckler

Sergio Fantoni

Io Speckler

Stefania Casini

Flavia Speckler

Vanni Corbellini

Frederico

Alfredo Varelli

Julio

Geoffrey Copleston

Caspetti

Francesco Carnelutti

Pastarri

Marino Masé

Trettorio

Marne Maitland

Battistino

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