Known for its polished direction and witty, often cynical, tone.
To win her over, Callimaco poses as a doctor to trick Nicia into believing that a potion made from mandrake root can cure Lucrezia's sterility—but with the fatal consequence that the first man to lie with her will die. La mandragola (1965)
A young man, Callimaco, falls in love with the beautiful Lucrezia, who is married to the elderly, foolish judge Nicia. Known for its polished direction and witty, often
La mandragola (1965) is a classic Italian comedy film adaptation directed by Alberto Lattuada. Based on the famed Renaissance play by , the movie is a satire focusing on themes of deception, greed, and forbidden romance. Core Plot and Features tone. To win her over