Juana la Loca (2001)
Anno di uscita: 2001
Nazione: Italy, Portugal, Spain
Alternative Title: Joana, a Louca, Locura de amor, Evig kärlek, Ikuinen rakkaus
Regista: Vicente Aranda
Writer: Antonio Larreta, Manuel Tamayo y Baus, Vicente Aranda
Produzione & Genere
Produttore: Producer: Pedro Costa, Enrique Cerezo
Società: Canal+ España, Enrique Cerezo
Genere: Biographical Film, Biography, Drama, Historical Film, History, Romance Film
Budget: 4.800.000
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Parole chiave
Parole chiave: 16th century, 15th century, spanish history, house of habsburg, hispanic monarchy (spanish empire), holy roman empire, spanish royal family
Storia
The film 'Juana la Loca' (2001) directed by Vicente Aranda chronicles the life of Juana, the daughter of Catholic monarchs Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile. She is married off to Philip the Handsome, son of Archduke Maximilian, as a political alliance between their families. Upon meeting, they fall in love, but Philip's infidelity causes tension in their marriage. When Juana's family members die, she becomes heir to the throne, but her father suggests she has inherited madness from her grandmother, questioning her ability to rule. Political maneuvering ensues in the Cortes, with Philip ambitious to take power instead of Juana. The film explores Juana's struggle for her rightful place on the throne amidst Philip's betrayals.
Riassunto
'Juana la Loca' is a historical drama based on the life of Queen Juana I of Castile, often referred to as 'the Mad'. The film explores themes of power, love, and betrayal through Juana's tumultuous marriage to Philip the Handsome. It delves into the political intrigue surrounding their union, as Ferdinand and Isabella manipulate events to maintain control over their united kingdoms. Aranda's film offers a glimpse into the complex personal life of one of history's most fascinating queens.
