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The film is noted for its polished cinematography and the performance of lead actress Maria Grazia Cucinotta, often compared to legendary Italian beauties. Maria Grazia Cucinotta Fosco (The Husband) Lazar Ristovski Livio (The Stepson) Giorgio Noè Santina (Anna's Daughter) Jessica Auriemma The Second Wife (1998) - IMDb

The 1998 Italian film (original title: La seconda moglie ), directed by Ugo Chiti , is a sensual drama set in the sun-drenched Tuscan countryside during the late 1950s.

While some reviewers found the story's pace flagging, others praised the performances—particularly Cucinotta’s dramatic range and Ristovski’s robust presence. It serves as a "dusty lesson about rules and limits". The Second Wife (1998) - Full cast & crew - IMDb