The Absolving Death (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1918, The Absolving Death is a drama film directed by Alberto Lolli, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. In La morte che assolve, we see Elextra Ragio in two roles: Maddalena, a mother repudiated by her cruel husband Falco, a professional loan shark, and their daughter Erica, who is adopted by an American lady. As an adult, Erica is subjected to the advances of Count Giancarlo, who had once saved her life, and has to face a distressing encounter with the father who abandoned her. Melodrama brings out family values, and the supreme value of love.
Who’s in it. The Absolving Death stars Elettra Raggio as Maddalena / Erica, Ermete Novelli as Falco and Ettore Piergiovanni as Conte Giancarlo Della Croce.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Absolving Death 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 Absolving Death page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Absolving Death tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Absolving Death (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Absolving Death change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Absolving Death worth watching?
- The Absolving Death holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Absolving Death?
- The Absolving Death stars Elettra Raggio, Ermete Novelli and Ettore Piergiovanni.
- When was The Absolving Death released?
- The Absolving Death was released in 1918, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.