The Belt (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1989, The Belt is a drama film directed by Giuliana Gamba, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. James Russo plays Vittorio, an American novelist teaching in Rome. He meets the beautiful [but damaged] Bianca and they rapidly fall into an urgent tempestuous affair. He is hesitant over their relationship since she seems to thrive on conflict and is constantly baiting him into physical altercation. Bianca gives Vittorio an exquisite leather belt as a gift; he knows immediately that she wants him to whip her with it. Driven by his craving for her, Vittorio complies to Bianca's desire. Their relationship escalates into a dark realm of S&M which becomes more and more self-destructive.
Who’s in it. The Belt stars James Russo as Vittorio De Simone, Eleonora Brigliadori as Bianca Ravelli, Giuliana Calandra as Bianca's Mother and Anna Bonaiuto as The Judge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Belt sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Belt page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Belt tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Belt (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Belt change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Belt worth watching?
- The Belt holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Belt?
- The Belt stars James Russo, Eleonora Brigliadori, Giuliana Calandra, Anna Bonaiuto and Lidia Broccolino.
- When was The Belt released?
- The Belt was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.