Noir City, now in its 18th edition, is screening two intriguing Italian movies by great directors Michelangelo Antonioni and Pietro Germi, featuring Lucia Bosè and Claudia Cardinale.
Story of a Love Affair (Cronaca di un amore) | 7:00pm
Investigation by a suspicious husband drives his young wife into the arms of an old flame. Unexpected tragedy ensues. Antonioni’s debut feature.
35mm print
Italian with English subtitles
1950, Italy. 98 min.
Dir. Michelangelo Antonioni
The Facts of Murder (Un maledetto imbroglio) | 9:00pm
A home break-in seems trivial until the victim’s neighbor turns up dead. An intricate mystery that’s equal parts thriller, policier, and black comedy.
Digital presentation
Italian with English subtitles
1959, Italy. 115 min.
Dir. Pietro Germi
Monday, January 27, 2020 | 7:00pm & 9:00pm
Castro Theatre, 429 Castro St., San Francisco