The Gadfly
Original title: Овод
5.1/ 10IMDb6.78
19803h 30m
Overview
The movie set in 1840s Italy under the dominance of Austria, a time of tumultuous revolt and uprisings. The story centers on the life of the protagonist, Arthur Burton, as a member of the Youth movement, and his antagonist, Padre Montanelli. A thread of a tragic relationship between Arthur and his love Gemma simultaneously runs through the story. It is a story of faith, disillusionment, revolution, romance, and heroism.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- Mykola Mashchenko
- Writers
- Valeri Frid, Yuli Dunsky, Ethel LIlian Voynich
- Production
- Gosteleradio USSR, Dovzhenko Film Studios
Frequently asked questions
What is The Gadfly rated?
The Gadfly has an audience rating of 5.1 out of 10 from 8 votes.
Who directed The Gadfly?
The Gadfly was directed by Mykola Mashchenko.
When was The Gadfly released?
The Gadfly was released in 1980.
