Lorenzaccio

Betrayal and Bloodshed in Renaissance Florence.

Lorenzaccio — Plot

This stage play from 1977 is adapted from the well-known play "Lorenzaccio" written by French poet and playwright Alfred de Musset. Set in 16th-century Florence, the play revolves around the complex and tormented protagonist Lorenzo, known as Lorenzaccio, who faces inner conflicts as he struggles with his desire for personal freedom and the responsibility he feels towards his city. Between political corruption, morality, and the struggle for justice; the stage blends with historical drama and psychological exploration.

• Release date
• September 16, 1977
• Runtime
• 176 min
• Genres
• Comedy, Drama, History, TV Movie
• Director
• Jean-Paul Carrère

Lorenzaccio — Cast

Francis Huster Lorenzaccio Louis Seigner Philippe Strozzi Jean-Luc Boutté Alexandre de Médicis Claude Giraud Scoroncocolo

R

René Arrieu Sire Maurice

R

Rene Camoin L’orfèvre

M

Michel Etcheverry Le Cardinal Cibo Jacques Eyser Palla Ruccellai