Yes, it is partially based on the 1949 short story La maîtresse de piano (The Piano Teacher) by French writer Roger Peyrefitte, but set in Venice during the Italian fascism.
A background of rising fascism in Venice in 1930s. A music-student, Matthias, mixes with the town's bourgeoisie and falls in love with a mature teacher, Carla, the mother of his friend Renato, and then with his young colleague, Elena.
How much did Nest of Vipers earn at the worldwide box office?
$27,200
How much did Nest of Vipers earn at the US box office?
$27,200
What is Nest of Vipers rated?
R
What genre is Nest of Vipers?
Drama
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By what name was Nest of Vipers (1978) officially released in Canada in English?