The Naked Angel (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1946, The Naked Angel is a drama film directed by Carlos Hugo Christensen, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. A sculptor lends money to a bankrupt man, who agrees to allow his daughter pose for the sculptor's next work. The film caused a scandal in Argentina for the depiction of then 17-year-old Olga Zubarry's naked back. Adaptated from the novel "Fräulein Else" by Arthur Schnitzler.
Who’s in it. The Naked Angel stars Olga Zubarry as Elsa Las Heras, Guillermo Battaglia as Guillermo Lagos Renard, Carlos Cores as Mario and Eduardo Cuitiño as Gaspar Las Heras, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Naked Angel has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Naked Angel page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Naked Angel tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Naked Angel (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Naked Angel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Naked Angel worth watching?
- The Naked Angel holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Naked Angel?
- The Naked Angel stars Olga Zubarry, Guillermo Battaglia, Carlos Cores, Eduardo Cuitiño and José de Angelis.
- When was The Naked Angel released?
- The Naked Angel was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.