A Venetian courtesan becomes a hero to her city, but later becomes the target of an inquisition by the Church for witchcraft.
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Title: Dangerous Beauty (1998)
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| Rufus Sewell | ... | ||
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| Jacqueline Bisset | ... | ||
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Serafino Franco
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Elena Franco
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Minister Ramberti
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Grant Russell | ... |
Francesco Martenengo
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In 16th century Venice, courtesans enjoy unique privileges: dressed richly in red, they read, compose poetry and music, and discuss affairs of state with the men who govern the Republic. When Veronica Franco comes of age, she cannot marry Marco Venier, whom she loves, because she is well born but penniless. Her choice: cloister or courtesan. She steels her heart, and with beauty and intelligence becomes the best. She's a heroine when she helps convince France to aid Venice in war with Turks, but when plague descends, the Church charges her with witchcraft. At her inquisition, she must match wits with an old rival, speak for all women, and call courage from Venier. Written by <[email protected]>
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A life without compromise. See more »Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for some scenes of strong sexuality, and for nudity and language | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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11 March 1999 (Israel) See more »Also Known As:
Yofee Mesukun See more »Box Office
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$8,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$105,989 (USA) (20 February 1998)Gross:
$4,530,929 (USA) (3 July 1998)Company Credits
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Marco Venier: You're wrong!
Veronica Franco: Am I?
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During the love scene with Marco, his smallpox vaccination scar is clearly visible on his left upper arm. See more »Quotes
Veronica Franco: If I were yours alone, your property, chaste and silent, you would soon tire of me.Marco Venier: You're wrong!
Veronica Franco: Am I?
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Featured in Siskel & Ebert & the Movies: Palmetto/Senseless/Dangerous Beauty/Mrs. Dalloway/Nil by Mouth/Live Flesh (1998) See more »Frequently Asked Questions
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OK, let's face it, the reason I saw this was because of potential chemistry between Catherine McCormack and Rufus Sewell. I love both of them as actors, and I was psyched when I heard they were in a movie together.
Then I looked at the plot, and was intrigued. I'd seen a movie similar to this, Moulin Rouge. Hmm, would it be as good as that? Would it be a let down? Looking at the title and the cover, I wasn't expecting too much. Soft porn, maybe? Eh, probably. But I rented it anyways, simply because I was in the mood for a period piece, and Rufus Sewell is easy on the eyes. :)
The movie ended up becoming one of my absolute favorites. It is sumptuously filmed, gorgeous, like staring at a beautiful painting for hours. Every piece of colors and cinematography is top notch. The acting between Sewell and McCormack is amazing, astounding. I fell in love with their romance. The film hasn't left me long after I saw it. The score is brilliant. George Fenton is an emotional genius. If you want to hear more of his stuff just check out Ever After, starring Dougray Scott and Drew Barrymore. :)
I really want to buy this movie. It works so well, and it is just really, really good. It's a movie to be felt, not explained. If you love intriguing plot lines, romance, and period pieces, then I highly recommend you check this out. :)