My Darling Slave (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1973, My Darling Slave is a comedy film directed by Giorgio Capitani, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Demetrio Cultrera, is a young rich car dealership Sicilian bachelor who becomes engaged to the beautiful and rich Rosalba Giordano. After their wedding, Rosalba's attitude changes when she decides to try turning Demetrio into the modern husband she'd like. This causes a problem, as Demetrius prefers sticking to what he sees as more traditional gender roles. Despite her attempts, Rosalba's persistent attempts to convert him to the rituals of high society, enlightened, or feminine tastes do little more than annoy him. Strongly determined to build a stable relationship with a woman who can fulfill his visions of peaceful married life, he leaves for the Amazon, where he is offered the opportunity to choose and buy a new wife as a slave. The choice falls on the beautiful and docile Manua that he trains to act the way he'd like, then proudly shows to friends and to his former wife, attracting curiosity, envy, and his ex-wife's resentment.
Who’s in it. My Darling Slave stars Lando Buzzanca as Demetrio Cultura, Catherine Spaak as Rosalba, Adriana Asti as Elena and Veronica Merin as Manua, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, My Darling Slave has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Darling Slave page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Darling Slave tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Darling Slave (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Darling Slave change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My Darling Slave worth watching?
- My Darling Slave holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Darling Slave?
- My Darling Slave stars Lando Buzzanca, Catherine Spaak, Adriana Asti, Veronica Merin and Gordon Mitchell.
- When was My Darling Slave released?
- My Darling Slave was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.