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Cast & characters

—originally titled Vizio e provocazione —is an Italian erotic drama film directed by the highly prolific cult filmmaker Joe D'Amato . Set against a stylized 1920s backdrop, the film blends rustic period melodrama with the softcore aesthetics characteristic of mid-1990s Italian adult cinema. Distributed under multiple names including Immoral Housekeeper and Provocazione , the movie is recognized by cinephiles as part of D'Amato's late-career pivot into softer, narrative-driven erotica. Infobox: Film Data Original Title Vizio e provocazione English Title Provocation Alternate Title Immoral Housekeeper / Venezianische Verführung Release Date December 15, 1995 (Italy) Country of Origin Language Director Joe D'Amato (credited as Federico Slonisko) Screenplay John Seller Production Co. Butterfly Motion Pictures Corp. Running Time 81 minutes Plot Synopsis

The film's casting pool heavily overlapped with performers frequented by renowned Italian erotic auteur Tinto Brass, creating a high level of performance crossover during this era. Provocation 1995 Movie Wiki

Concurrently, Carlo’s young, inexperienced grandson, Gianni, lives at the inn. Driven by curiosity, Gianni frequently stalks the adults. He spies through floor cracks and keyholes to witness his grandfather’s sexual encounters to unlock the secrets of physical love.

The release of Provocation sparked controversy and debate about the portrayal of working-class families in the media. Some critics argued that the film perpetuated negative stereotypes about black families and relied on racist tropes. Cast & characters —originally titled Vizio e provocazione

Release & reception

| Format | Release Date | Distributor | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | VHS | February 1996 | Shapiro-Glickenhaus | Pan-and-scan, R-rated cut | | Laserdisc | June 1996 | VidAmerica | Unrated, letterboxed; extremely rare | | DVD | March 2001 | Image Entertainment | Full screen, no extras; out of print | | Blu-ray (Unrated) | September 2009 | After Hours Cinema | Poor transfer; criticized by fans | | 4K UHD/Blu-ray | November 2021 | Vinegar Syndrome | Restored; limited slipcover edition | Infobox: Film Data Original Title Vizio e provocazione

Rosanna Landi (credited under the pseudonym Kathleen Stratton ).

The story is set at a country inn managed by , a demanding and unappreciative husband who mistreats his wife, Amelia . Feeling neglected, Amelia fantasizes about an affair with a guest staying at the inn. The arrival of Carlo's seductive cousin, Marilinda , further escalates the sexual tension among the residents and guests. Meanwhile, Carlo's grandson, Gianni , observes these interactions to learn about love and intimacy. Cast and Crew Director: Joe D'Amato Writer: John Seller Main Cast:

– The label’s 4K release introduced the film to a new generation of physical media collectors, who appreciate forgotten genre cinema.