Plot Summary
The movie set in 1840s Italy under the dominance of Austria, a time of tumultuous revolt and uprisings. The story centers on the life of the protagonist, Arthur Burton, as a member of the Youth movement, and his antagonist, Padre Montanelli. A thread of a tragic relationship between Arthur and his love Gemma simultaneously runs through the story. It is a story of faith, disillusionment, revolution, romance, and heroism.
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Director & Crew
Mykola Mashchenko
Director
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Where can I watch The Gadfly online?
The Gadfly (1980) is available to stream on various platforms. You can also watch it online via our Watch Online button.
What is the TMDB rating of The Gadfly?
It has a TMDB rating of 5.1/10 based on 8 votes.
Who directed The Gadfly?
The Gadfly was directed by Mykola Mashchenko and released in 1980.
How long is The Gadfly?
The Gadfly has a runtime of 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1980-11-11
- Status
- Released