Giulietta degli Spiriti
1965 / 137m - Italy
Drama
2.0*/5.0*
Juliet of the Spirits poster

Plot: Giulietta has a pleasant life, but during a seance, she is visited by a ghost who makes light of her life. She was raised as a somewhat uptight Catholic woman, her next-door neighbor is a free and adventurous spirit. When she finds out her husband is cheating on her, she vows to change.

Watches

June 29, 2024

2.0*/5.0*

My preferred Fellini so far. I'm not a big fan of his work, especially his more dramatic efforts. In contrast, Juliet of the Spirits feels quite light and frivolous. There are more playful elements here that make the film a lot easier to digest, even when I didn't care so much for the main character and her challenges.

Juliet of the Spirit is a pretty extravagant film. The colorful cinematography and the outrageous fashion give the film a clear identity. It kept me engaged despite the excessive runtime, the mediocre performances, and the tepid drama. I didn't think it was a great film, but still much better than I had anticipated.