Can laughter and love truly bloom in the face of utter devastation? Virgin Territory dares to answer that question with a resounding "yes," offering a blend of bawdy humor and heartfelt romance set against the grim backdrop of the Black Death.
Released in 2007, this film, directed by David Leland, presents a unique cinematic experience, drawing inspiration from Giovanni Boccaccio's timeless classic, The Decameron. It's a story of survival, not just from the plague, but also from the doldrums of despair, finding solace in camaraderie, adventure, and, of course, love. The films narrative structure, heavily influenced by Boccaccios original work, cleverly utilizes storytelling as a critical means of escape from the pervasive horrors brought about by the plague, mirroring the ways in which art and creativity can provide an escape from the most difficult circumstances. Starring Hayden Christensen, Mischa Barton, Tim Roth, Rosalind Halstead, and Kate Groombridge, Virgin Territory weaves together multiple tales of young Florentines seeking refuge from the rampant disease, engaging in lusty escapades, bawdy exchanges, romance, and swordplay.
| Aspect | Details of Virgin Territory (2007) |
|---|---|
| Title | Virgin Territory (also known as Decameron, Angels & Virgins, Guilty Pleasures, Chasing Temptation, Decameron Pie) |
| Release Date | 2007 (France: December 12, 2007 as "Medieval Pie") |
| Director | David Leland |
| Based On | Giovanni Boccaccio's The Decameron |
| Genre | Romantic Comedy, Adventure |
| Setting | Florence (Republic of Florence) and Tuscany, Italy, during the Black Death (14th Century) |
| Main Cast | Hayden Christensen, Mischa Barton, Tim Roth, Rosalind Halstead, Kate Groombridge |
| Plot Summary | Ten young Florentines seek refuge from the Black Death in the countryside, engaging in various adventures, romances, and humorous escapades. |
| Key Themes | Survival, love, humor in the face of adversity, storytelling as escape |
| Notable Elements | Bawdy humor, sexual escapades, swordplay, randy nuns, saracen pirates, and a "sexy cow" |
| Influence | Often compared to a mix of Monty Python, A Knight's Tale, and American Pie. |
| Production | The last film produced by Dino De Laurentiis. |
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