Movie

Sweet Idleness

★ 8.2(5)19991h 59m

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Good to know

Director: Nae Caranfil
Release date: 1999-03-31
Runtime: 1h 59m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: Belgium
Studio: Canal+

About Sweet Idleness

Sweet Idleness is a 1999 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Nae Caranfil, starring François Cluzet, Isabella Ferrari and Margherita Buy. It has a runtime of 1 hour 59 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.2/10 from 5 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Sweet Idleness in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

This movie depicts the two years that young Stendhal spent in Italy. Stendhal, that time still known simply as Henri Beyle, is living the life of a wanderer, looking for a direction in his life, meeting famous Rossini and falling in love with young widow Giuseppina. A story of love, betrayal and an analysis of women and men's minds and souls.

Cast

François Cluzet

Stendhal

Isabella Ferrari

Josephine

Margherita Buy

Countess Gabriella Nencini

Giancarlo Giannini

Count Nencini

Pierfrancesco Favino

Rossini

Teresa Saponangelo

Rosa

Gianni Fantoni

Rossini's agent

Antonio Acampora

Gianni Federico

Francesco Maria Dominedò

Di Giacchino

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Sweet Idleness in Mexico?+

Sweet Idleness is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Sweet Idleness on Netflix?+

Sweet Idleness is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Sweet Idleness?+

Sweet Idleness has a runtime of 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).

Who stars in Sweet Idleness?+

Sweet Idleness stars François Cluzet, Isabella Ferrari, Margherita Buy, Giancarlo Giannini and Pierfrancesco Favino.

When did Sweet Idleness come out?+

Sweet Idleness is a 1999 movie directed by Nae Caranfil.

What genre is Sweet Idleness?+

Sweet Idleness is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Sweet Idleness?+

Sweet Idleness was directed by Nae Caranfil.