Ludwig(1973) May 2026

: Visconti envisioned a nearly four-hour masterpiece .

The film's history is as dramatic as its subject. During production, Visconti suffered a stroke, yet he continued to direct from a wheelchair . Initially, the film faced severe interference: Ludwig(1973)

: After Visconti’s death, his collaborators bought the rights and negatives at auction to restore the film to its intended four-hour length . This version is now considered the definitive "perfect version" . Cast & Characters The film features a prestigious international cast: Ludwig (1973) : Visconti envisioned a nearly four-hour masterpiece