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About the Film

Year

1959

Rating

NR

Genre

Drama

Running Time

94 MIN

Synopsis

Anthony Quinn and Sophia Loren star as longtime widower Frank and recently widowed Rose, lonely hearts who discover something special in The Black Orchid, a sensitive comedy romance directed by Martin Ritt (Norma Rae, Murphy's Romance). What they discover is each other - and a love that restores joy in their lives. Yet before they can say "I do," Frank's daughter says "No you don't!" With all the heart and courage they possess, Frank and Rose work to win over his daughter and to rescue Rose's son from a path that has him headed for reform school. Love may be better the second time around... but for Frank and Rose it's also a lot more complicated!

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Where to Watch

Digital

About the Cast

Sophia Loren

Rose Bianco

Anthony Quinn

Frank Valente

Mark Richman

Noble

Virginia Vincent

Alma Gallo

Ina Balin

Mary Valente

Frank Puglia

Henry Gallo

Jimmy Baird

Ralphie Bianco

Naomi Stevens

Giulia Gallo

Whit Bissell

Mr. Harmon

Robert Carricart

Priest

About the Crew

Director

Martin Ritt

Producer

Marcello Girasi

Producer

Carlo Ponti

Writer

Joseph Stefano

Music Scoring

Alessandro Cicognini