The Taming of the Shrew
1967
Italy, 16th century. Petruchio, a choleric, lying and poor rural landowner from Verona, arrives in Padua in search of fortune and a wife, while Baptista, a wealthy merchant, announces that he will not allow Bianca, his youngest daughter, to marry until the temperamental and unruly Katherina, his eldest daughter, does.
Director:
Franco Zeffirelli
Writers:
William Shakespeare, Paul Dehn, Suso Cecchi D'Amico
Awards:
Nominated for 2 Oscars. 7 wins & 7 nominations total
Production:
Franco Zeffirelli
Country:
Italy, United States
