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Disobedience (1981): cast, story & where to watch

1981 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 1981, Disobedience is a drama film directed by Aldo Lado, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. Luca Manzi is a fourteen year old boy when the Northern Italy Republic of Salò is governed by the Fascists. He becomes a partisan but when the war ends he is disappointed because things have not changed as he had hoped they wood, and he decides to let himself die. He is saved by Edith who tries to introduce him to sex. Based on the novel by Alberto Moravia.

Who’s in it. Disobedience stars Stefania Sandrelli as Angela, Teresa Ann Savoy as Edith, Mario Adorf as Padre di Luca and Marie-José Nat as Madre di Luca, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Disobedience has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Disobedience page.

If you liked it. Fans of Disobedience tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Disobedience (1981)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Disobedience change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Disobedience worth watching?
Disobedience holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Disobedience?
Disobedience stars Stefania Sandrelli, Teresa Ann Savoy, Mario Adorf, Marie-José Nat and Karl Zinny.
When was Disobedience released?
Disobedience was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.