The Empty Canvas (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1963, The Empty Canvas is a drama film directed by Damiano Damiani, running about 105 minutes. “Not with love - Not with money - They cannot satisfy themselves or each other!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An aspiring young artist breaks from his wealthy, possessive mother to live a bohemian existence in the artist's section of Rome and falls in love with a beautiful model who wants an uncommitted relationship.
Who’s in it. The Empty Canvas stars Bette Davis as Dino's Mother, Horst Buchholz as Dino, Catherine Spaak as Cecilia and Luigi Giuliani as Luciani, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Empty Canvas 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 Empty Canvas page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Empty Canvas tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Empty Canvas (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Empty Canvas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Empty Canvas worth watching?
- The Empty Canvas holds an audience score of 6.6 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 Empty Canvas?
- The Empty Canvas stars Bette Davis, Horst Buchholz, Catherine Spaak, Luigi Giuliani and Isa Miranda.
- When was The Empty Canvas released?
- The Empty Canvas was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.