Islands in the Lagoon (1948): cast, story & where to watch

1948 · Film · ★ 6

Islands in the Lagoon poster

Released in 1948, Islands in the Lagoon is a documentary film directed by Luciano Emmer, running about 13 minutes.

What it’s about. A documentary about the Venetian lagoon, with the words of Diego Fabbri narrating scenes of strips of land swallowed up by the sea, of small boats sailing on the water, of men and women concentrating on their work in a world which is “a false sea and a false land”.

Who’s in it. Islands in the Lagoon stars Gino Cervi as Narrator(voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Islands in the Lagoon 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 Islands in the Lagoon page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Islands in the Lagoon (1948)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Islands in the Lagoon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Islands in the Lagoon worth watching?
Islands in the Lagoon holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Islands in the Lagoon?
Islands in the Lagoon stars Gino Cervi.
When was Islands in the Lagoon released?
Islands in the Lagoon was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 13 minutes.