Venice: Theme and Variations (1957): cast, story & where to watch

1957 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 1957, Venice: Theme and Variations is a documentary film directed by James Ivory, running about 28 minutes.

What it’s about. Ivory's initial effort as a filmmaker was Venice: Theme and Variations, a documentary made as his master's thesis at the USC film school that, although only 28 minutes long, is rich in composition and aesthetic texture.

Who’s in it. Venice: Theme and Variations stars Alexander Scourby as Narrator (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Venice: Theme and Variations has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Venice: Theme and Variations page.

If you liked it. Fans of Venice: Theme and Variations tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Venice: Theme and Variations (1957)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Venice: Theme and Variations change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Venice: Theme and Variations worth watching?
Venice: Theme and Variations holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Venice: Theme and Variations?
Venice: Theme and Variations stars Alexander Scourby.
When was Venice: Theme and Variations released?
Venice: Theme and Variations was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 28 minutes.