'A Santanotte (1922): cast, story & where to watch
1922 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1922, 'A Santanotte is a drama and romance film directed by Elvira Notari, running about 61 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on a popular Neapolitan song, ‘A santanotte, is the earliest extant feature film by Elvira Notari, Italy's first and most prolific female filmmaker. Nanninella, a young girl, is exploited and abused by her father, whom she maintains with her waitress salary.
Who’s in it. 'A Santanotte stars Rosè Angione as Nanninella, Eduardo Notari as Gennariello, Alberto Danza as Torre Spina and Antonio Palmieri, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, 'A Santanotte has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 'A Santanotte page.
If you liked it. Fans of 'A Santanotte tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 'A Santanotte (1922)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 'A Santanotte change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 'A Santanotte worth watching?
- 'A Santanotte holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in 'A Santanotte?
- 'A Santanotte stars Rosè Angione, Eduardo Notari, Alberto Danza, Antonio Palmieri and Elisa Cava.
- When was 'A Santanotte released?
- 'A Santanotte was released in 1922, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.