The Black Orchid (1958) - (Drama, Romance) [Sophia Loren, Anthony Quinn]
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Not Rated | 1h 36min | Drama, Romance | 19 February 1959 (Italy)
After mobsters murder her husband, Rose Bianco works long hours making artificial flowers, to support herself and her son. Some suspect that Rose's demand for a lavish lifestyle pushed her husband to a life of crime, and they blame her for his death. Widower Frank Valente is attracted to Rose, and must convince her that real love exists. He must also deal with his own daughter, who has her own reasons for opposing his marriage to Rose.
Director: Martin Ritt
Writer: Joseph Stefano
Stars: Sophia Loren, Anthony Quinn, Peter Mark Richman
After mobsters murder her husband, Rose Bianco works long hours making artificial flowers, to support herself and her son. Some suspect that Rose's demand for a lavish lifestyle pushed her husband to a life of crime, and they blame her for his death. Widower Frank Valente is attracted to Rose, and must convince her that real love exists. He must also deal with his own daughter, who has her own reasons for opposing his marriage to Rose.
Director: Martin Ritt
Writer: Joseph Stefano
Stars: Sophia Loren, Anthony Quinn, Peter Mark Richman