Decamerone '300
Italian sex comedy based on the tales of the Decameron by Giovanni Boccaccio. The squire John Attelano eager to put his son Falcotto on track, makes him marry Firdalba, the Rampaldi daughter. The newlyweds will receive 15,000 florins on condition that she reaches the altar a virgin and that he did not betray. On the day awaited the bride arrives at the church accompanied by the nurse and the Toro servant, but before reaching the surgeon who has to establish his virginity, was repeatedly raped. At the expense will Falcotto and future father in law.
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Plot Summary
In this adaptation of Boccaccio's 'The Decameron,' Pasolini presents a series of bawdy and often grotesque tales set in medieval Naples. The film follows various characters as they navigate love, lust, and survival through a collection of interconnected stories. It is characterized by its earthy humor and frank depiction of human desires.
Critical Reception
Pier Paolo Pasolini's 'Decamerone '300' received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its bold and irreverent take on classic literature. While some found its explicit nature challenging, others lauded its artistic vision and Pasolini's unique ability to blend the sacred and the profane. It is often seen as a key work in his 'Trilogy of Life.'
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its artistic courage and unflinching portrayal of human nature.
- Criticized by some for its explicit content and perceived lack of narrative cohesion.
- Seen as a significant, albeit controversial, work in Pasolini's filmography.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Decamerone '300' is varied, with many appreciating its raw and humorous take on medieval life and Boccaccio's tales. Some viewers find the film to be provocative and artistically bold, while others may be put off by its explicit sexual content and unconventional storytelling.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Golden Bear at the 1971 Berlin International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
Pier Paolo Pasolini himself appears in the film as a painter, referencing his own artistic endeavors.
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