(also known as The Sensual Man or The Sensuous Sicilian ) is a 1973 Italian comedy-drama directed by Marco Vicario. Based on the posthumous novel by Vitaliano Brancati, the film serves as both a satirical look at Sicilian sexual mores and a somber exploration of a man's existential dissatisfaction. Core Premise & Plot
: Unlike his family, Paolo is sensitive and becomes increasingly morose, searching for deeper meaning beyond physical pleasure. Paolo il caldo (1973)
: After years of dissolution, Paolo attempts to find "purity" by marrying Caterina, the daughter of a woman he once should have married. Notable Cast & Crew (also known as The Sensual Man or The
: On his father’s deathbed, Paolo discovers a family history of infidelity and "moral and medical" consequences (syphilis), which complicates his view of his own lifestyle. : After years of dissolution, Paolo attempts to
: Directed by Marco Vicario with a score by Armando Trovajoli and cinematography by Tonino Delli Colli . Viewing Guide The Sensual Man (1973) - IMDb