The Decameron

1971

A young Sicilian is swindled twice, but ends up rich; a man poses as a deaf-mute in a convent of curious nuns; a woman must hide her lover when her husband comes home early; a scoundrel fools a priest on his deathbed; three brothers take revenge on their sister's lover; a young girl sleeps on the roof to meet her boyfriend at night; a group of painters wait for inspiration; a crafty priest attempts to seduce his friend's wife; and two friends make a pact to find out what happens after death.

Director:

Pier Paolo Pasolini

Writers:

Pier Paolo Pasolini, Giovanni Boccaccio

Awards:

1 win & 3 nominations total

Production:

N/A

Country:

Italy, France, West Germany

Cast