“A Breath of Scandal” is a film that came out in 1960. The movie, a blend of comedy and drama, depicts the life of Princess Olympia (portrayed by Sophia Loren) finding her love interest in an American millionaire named Charlie Foster (played by John Gavin). The following information provides insights regarding where the film was shot and other interesting details about its production.
Where it Filmed?
The movie “A Breath of Scandal” was filmed in various locations in Europe. Among these locations are the Belvedere Palace and Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna, Austria, as well as Titanus Studios in Rome, Lazio, Italy. The filming process began on June 8, 1959.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Sophia Loren | Princess Olympia |
| Maurice Chevalier | Prince Philip |
| John Gavin | Charlie Foster |
| Angela Lansbury | Countess Lina |
| Isabel Jeans | Princess Eugénie |
| Tullio Carminati | Albert |
| Milly Vitale | Can-Can girl |
| Carlo Hintermann | Prince Ruprecht |
| Roberto Risso | Aide de camp |
| Friedrich von Ledebur | Count Sandor |
| Adrienne Gessner | Amelia |
| Luigi Cimara | |
| Waveney Lee | Countess Theresa |
| Walter Varndal |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie’s soundtrack album released in 1960 (Imperial LP 12068W) is considered one of the most rare vinyl collectibles.
- Despite being set in an earlier period, vehicles in the film are seen driving on the right. However, Austrians drove on the left until about 1933.
- This film is a version of “His Glorious Night” that was released in 1929.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Belvedere Palace, Vienna, Austria
- Latitude: 48.19147510000001
- Longitude: 16.3809322
- Place ID: ChIJpZ4LAn0HbUcRB3aToFL8ZUo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Prinz-Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Wien, Austria
- Timezone: Europe/Vienna
- Location Name: Titanus Studios, Rome, Lazio, Italy
- Latitude: 41.9087806
- Longitude: 12.5410171
- Place ID: ChIJ_R9b5dxjLxMRCdDhTOK9SIU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Via Tiburtina, 521, 00159 Roma RM, Italy
- Timezone: Europe/Rome
- Location Name: Schönbrunn Palace, Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 47-49, Hietzing, Vienna, Austria
- Latitude: 48.1858124
- Longitude: 16.3127641
- Place ID: ChIJv3zAHAmobUcRyYvq5F26aU4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 47, 1130 Wien, Austria
- Timezone: Europe/Vienna
