Inspired by the book by Natalia Pavlischeva about Lucrezia Borgia, I began to search the Internet movie about this historical figure. Was a little disappointed that modern online only offer Opera series about the Borgia family (given the fact that the time for the three seasons I have not yet, and to watch excerpts - not for me, this option was thrown immediately; again, interest was aroused by a person that is Lucretia), found in the Internet version of the movie, 1953 - "Lucrezia Borgia".
Because the impression from reading it was too fresh, I incessantly searched for similarity with the book. I want to note that the book still wins, at least in my opinion.
Martine Carol in the role of Lucrezia
Starring Martine Carol is involved, it is flawless! Probably, this is the perfect choice of Director! Beauty, blond hair, cute, charming smile! I think that in 1953, a sensitive selected Actresses for the role in a similar scale movies.
The storyline - could have been further developed
But as for the storyline, I thought it was slightly blurred. After reading the book, I was struck by her strength, wisdom, but here, the heroine is brought before the audience some kind of dummy. Where is the great love he had towards each other Lucrezia and Alfonso, and her second husband? And the moment they met, at the masquerade, caused me puzzled. Somehow too unrealistic, primitive or something.
One more thing. Considered only a short period in the life of Lucrezia. Do not reveal very important details of the life of Lucrezia. Very little is said about her father, though he had a significant influence on his daughter. Caesar Borgia is more plausible, he was cruel, and capable of very terrible deeds. His attempt to poison Alfonso poisoned gauntlet is very clearly a filmmaker.
If you watch the movie first and then read the book, the impression will be different - I'm sure of that. But I still stick to the version of the book. Somehow, the book I have more confidence. But the movie is still recommended. Genre drama, as stated by the Director, the film corresponds to 100%. Movie for those who want the atmosphere of tenderness, want to relax from everyday worries.
