A Woman on Fire (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1969, A Woman on Fire is a drama film directed by Fernando Di Leo, running about 92 minutes. “How do you tell your husband you have an emptiness only another man can fill?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Clara, the sexually frustrated wife of a businessman goes on vacation with her husband, daughter and best friend. While there, she finally learns that sex can be passionate and wonderful, something she was never able to discover with the help of her husband. Unfortunately, she learns this with a handsome lifeguard, who finally makes her succumb to his psycho-sexual games.
Who’s in it. A Woman on Fire stars Françoise Prévost as Clara Frisotti, Gianni Macchia as Giancarlo, Michel Bardinet as Silvio Frisotti and Monica Strebel as Marina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, A Woman on Fire has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Woman on Fire page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Woman on Fire tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Woman on Fire (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Woman on Fire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Woman on Fire worth watching?
- A Woman on Fire holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Woman on Fire?
- A Woman on Fire stars Françoise Prévost, Gianni Macchia, Michel Bardinet, Monica Strebel and Danika La Loggia.
- When was A Woman on Fire released?
- A Woman on Fire was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.