The Dark Side of Love (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1984, The Dark Side of Love is a drama and romance film directed by Salvatore Samperi, running about 91 minutes. “Incest is no longer a sin!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The sexual relationship between a successful woman and her brother, an introvert, hypochondriacal youth, who is also a pornophile.
Who’s in it. The Dark Side of Love stars Monica Guerritore as Patrizia Viani, Lorenzo Lena as Emilio, Saverio Vallone as Arrigo, Patrizia's Lover and Gilla Novak as Michelle, The Model, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Dark Side of Love 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 Dark Side of Love page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dark Side of Love tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dark Side of Love (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dark Side of Love change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dark Side of Love worth watching?
- The Dark Side of Love holds an audience score of 5.8 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 The Dark Side of Love?
- The Dark Side of Love stars Monica Guerritore, Lorenzo Lena, Saverio Vallone, Gilla Novak and Gianfranco Manfredi.
- When was The Dark Side of Love released?
- The Dark Side of Love was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.