Guadagnino + Capote's pool party = cinematic chaos you didn't know you needed.
In July 1953, at a glittering party thrown by Truman Capote in Portofino, Italy, Tennessee Williams and his longtime lover Frank Merlo meet Anja Blomgren, a mysteriously taciturn young Swedish beauty and aspiring actress. Their encounter will go on to alter all of their lives.
Direction
Guadagnino's sun-drenched, sensual eye for tortured desire.
Costume
1950s Italian Riviera glamour that'll ruin your wardrobe expectations.
Director
Luca Guadagnino
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Frank Merlo was Williams' partner for 14 years until his 1963 death; Williams reportedly never recovered emotionally.
Guadagnino continues his queer Italian trilogy after 'Call Me By Your Name' and 'Bones and All' — this time excavating real literary ghosts.
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