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Pensione Edelweiss 1959

★ 5.111 votes88 min📅 1959-03-10

Set in the sunlit corridors of a post-war Italian hospital, *Pensione Edelweiss (1959)* follows a man whose life takes a shadowy turn after a violent accident.

Director: Ottorino Franco Bertolini

Cast

Henri Vidal
Henri Vidal
Jean Monnier
Dawn Addams
Dawn Addams
Nadia Rakesy
Lino Ventura
Lino Ventura
Borcher
Howard Vernon
Howard Vernon
Général Funck
Marco Guglielmi
Marco Guglielmi
le peintre
John Kitzmiller
John Kitzmiller
Bougron
Lauretta Masiero
Giacomo Furia
Giacomo Furia
Silvio Bagolini
Silvio Bagolini
Benedetta Rutili

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pensione Edelweiss (1959) about?

A man recovering from a serious accident in an Italian hospital is approached by an enigmatic visitor who proposes a deal shrouded in secrecy. As their conversation unfolds, the line between opportunity and danger becomes dangerously thin.

Who directed Pensione Edelweiss?

Ottorino Franco Bertolini directed *Pensione Edelweiss*, bringing a balance of restraint and suspense to this mid-century thriller.

Who stars in Pensione Edelweiss?

The film features Henri Vidal, Dawn Addams, Lino Ventura, Howard Vernon, and Marco Guglielmi in pivotal roles.

Is Pensione Edelweiss (1959) worth watching?

While it lacks an IMDb rating, *Pensione Edelweiss* holds appeal for classic thriller enthusiasts thanks to its coiled atmosphere and strong cast. It's a short but intense story that lingers in the mind long after the credits roll.

How long is Pensione Edelweiss?

Pensione Edelweiss runs for 88 minutes.

About Pensione Edelweiss (1959) — A hidden bargain in a sunlit Italian hospital

Set in the sunlit corridors of a post-war Italian hospital, *Pensione Edelweiss (1959)* follows a man whose life takes a shadowy turn after a violent accident. While recovering, he's visited by a mysterious stranger offering a deal that's as unsettling as it is opaque—one that blurs the line between mercy and menace.

Directed by Ottorino Franco Bertolini, this taut thriller weaves deception and moral ambiguity through its 88-minute runtime. With Henri Vidal at the heart of the story and a powerhouse supporting cast including Dawn Addams and Lino Ventura, the film thrives on suspense, using a quiet, almost dreamlike atmosphere to mask its underlying tension. Fans of classic European thrillers will find *Pensione Edelweiss (1959)* a compelling blend of psychological depth and old-world intrigue.