Benvenuta (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1983, Benvenuta is a drama film directed by André Delvaux, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. A passionate affair set against the intense encounter between a film-maker and a novelist. The story begins with young scriptwriter François tracking down the author of a once-scandalous novel. His aim is to adapt the work for the screen but several elements of the novel he finds difficult to comprehend. The author, Jeanne, is initially cautious of relaying information, insisting the presumably autobiographical book in no way relates to her personal life. However, eventually she takes the man into confidence to tell the background of Benvenuta.
Who’s in it. Benvenuta stars Fanny Ardant as Benvenuta, Vittorio Gassman as Livio, Françoise Fabian as Jeanne and Mathieu Carrière as Francois, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Benvenuta 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 Benvenuta page.
If you liked it. Fans of Benvenuta tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Benvenuta (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Benvenuta change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Benvenuta worth watching?
- Benvenuta holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Benvenuta?
- Benvenuta stars Fanny Ardant, Vittorio Gassman, Françoise Fabian, Mathieu Carrière and Claire Wauthion.
- When was Benvenuta released?
- Benvenuta was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.