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Feature film — 1985

The Alcove (1985)

5.41h 28mDrama — Romance — Thriller

In 1936 Italy, Elio returns home from Africa with a present for his wife in the form of Zerbal, the daughter of a tribal king. Unbeknown to him, his neglected wife Alessandra has formed a relationship with Elio’s otherwise frigid secretary Velma who is less than pleased at Elio’s return.

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A high-signal pick with 39 votes.

M.A.D. Film / Filmirage / Golden Hawk Entertainment

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Director: Joe D'Amato

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Cast & crew

Lilli Carati as Alessandra

Lilli Carati

Alessandra

Annie Belle as Wilma

Annie Belle

Wilma

Laura Gemser as Zerbal

Laura Gemser

Zerbal

Al Cliver as Elio De Silveris

Al Cliver

Elio De Silveris

Nello Pazzafini as The Gardener

Nello Pazzafini

The Gardener

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Roberto Caruso

Furio

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Steven Luotto

Furio (voice) (uncredited)

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Susan Spafford

Alexandra (voice) (uncredited)

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