Dangerous Beauty (1998)
Release Year: 1998
Nation: United States of America
Alternative Title: Amor prohibido, A Destiny of Her Own, Съдба на куртизанка, Em Luta Pelo Amor, Beauté dangereuse, Gefährliche Schönheit - Die Kurtisane von Venedig, Skønhedens skæbne, Más fuerte que su destino, Venetsian kurtisaani, La courtisane, The Honest Courtesan, Epikindyni omorfia, Ljubavnica Venecije, A velencei kurtizán, Yofee Mesukun, Padrona del suo destino, Uczciwa kurtyzana, Frumoasa venetiana, Чeстная куртизанка, En kvinnas öde, Beneska kurtizana, Tehlikeli güzellik
Director: Marshall Herskovitz
Writer: Jeannine Dominy, Margaret Rosenthal
Production & Genre
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Companies: 20th Century Fox, Arnon Milchan Productions, Bedford Falls Productions, Regency Enterprises, Warner Bros. Pictures
Genre: Biographical Film, Biography, Drama, Romance, Romance Film
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Keywords
Keywords: 16th century, beauty, courtesan, inquisition, venice, italy
Story
In 16th century Venice, Veronica Franco, born well-born but penniless, cannot marry Marco Venier, whom she loves. To improve her status and secure a chance at true love, Veronica becomes a courtesan, one of the exotic companions favored by rich and powerful Venetian men. Despite initial reservations, Veronica courageously uses her intelligence, beauty, and charm to succeed in this new role. She even aids Venice diplomatically when she helps convince France to provide military aid against the Turks. However, her success attracts jealousy from a rival courtesan, and when the plague descends upon Venice, the Church accuses Veronica of witchcraft. At her inquisition, she must defend herself and speak for all women while calling on Marco's courage.
Summary
Dangerous Beauty (1998), directed by Marshall Herskovitz, is a biographical drama set in Renaissance-era Venice. The film follows the life of Veronica Franco, a historical figure who rose from humble beginnings to become one of Venice's most influential courtesans. Although initially hesitant, Veronica embraces this role after being denied marriage to her beloved Marco Venier due to her lower social status and lack of wealth. As a courtesan, she proves herself intelligent, resourceful, and courageous, navigating the political landscape of Venice with finesse. Despite her success, Veronica faces challenges when jealous rivals and religious authorities threaten her life and reputation.
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