Bellissima (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1951, Bellissima is a comedy and drama film directed by Luchino Visconti, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. Bellissima is a satire of the film industry, and centers on a mother and daughter after the latter attends an audition.
Who’s in it. Bellissima stars Anna Magnani as Maddalena Cecconi, Walter Chiari as Alberto Annovazzi, Tina Apicella as Maria Cecconi and Gastone Renzelli as Spartaco Cecconi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Bellissima has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bellissima page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bellissima tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bellissima (1951)?
- In US, Bellissima is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Bellissima worth watching?
- Bellissima holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Bellissima?
- Bellissima stars Anna Magnani, Walter Chiari, Tina Apicella, Gastone Renzelli and Tecla Scarano.
- When was Bellissima released?
- Bellissima was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.