Flame and the Flesh (1954)
Overview
American woman in Europe romanced by local gigolo; problems ensue.
Production Companies
Additional Info
| Budget | $1,275,000.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $2,294,000.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.685 |
Directed By
Richard Brooks
Crew
Christopher Challis
Richard Brooks
Helen Deutsch
Joe Pasternak
TOP CAST
Lana Turner
Madeline
Pier Angeli
Lisa
Carlos Thompson
Nino
Bonar Colleano
Ciccio
Rosalie Crutchley
Francesca
Peter Illing
Peppe
Eric Pohlmann
Marina Propietor
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