Sweet Idleness (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1999, Sweet Idleness is a comedy and drama film directed by Nae Caranfil, running about 119 minutes.
What it’s about. This movie depicts the two years that young Stendhal spent in Italy. Stendhal, that time still known simply as Henri Beyle, is living the life of a wanderer, looking for a direction in his life, meeting famous Rossini and falling in love with young widow Giuseppina. A story of love, betrayal and an analysis of women and men's minds and souls.
Who’s in it. Sweet Idleness stars François Cluzet as Stendhal, Isabella Ferrari as Josephine, Margherita Buy as Countess Gabriella Nencini and Giancarlo Giannini as Count Nencini, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Sweet Idleness has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sweet Idleness page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sweet Idleness tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sweet Idleness (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sweet Idleness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sweet Idleness worth watching?
- Sweet Idleness holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sweet Idleness?
- Sweet Idleness stars François Cluzet, Isabella Ferrari, Margherita Buy, Giancarlo Giannini and Pierfrancesco Favino.
- When was Sweet Idleness released?
- Sweet Idleness was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.