Black Journal (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1977, Black Journal is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Mauro Bolognini, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. A mother so insanely overprotective of her grown son decides to make a deal with death by offering alternate victims plucked from among her fellow tenants in a 1938 Italian apartment building.
Who’s in it. Black Journal stars Shelley Winters as Lea, Max von Sydow as Lisa Carpi / Carabinieri Marshal, Renato Pozzetto as Stella Kraus / Carabiniere and Alberto Lionello as Berta Maner / Banker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Black Journal 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 Black Journal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Journal tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Journal (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Journal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Journal worth watching?
- Black Journal holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Journal?
- Black Journal stars Shelley Winters, Max von Sydow, Renato Pozzetto, Alberto Lionello and Laura Antonelli.
- When was Black Journal released?
- Black Journal was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.