The Conjugal Bed (1963 film)

The Conjugal Bed (L'ape regina) is a 1963 Italian comedy film directed by Marco Ferreri. It was entered into the 1963 Cannes Film Festival where Marina Vlady won the award for Best Actress.

Plot
A wealthy car dealer called Alfonso decides to get married with Regina, a quiet devoted Catholic girl, introduced to him by a friend. After the wedding, she reveals having a strong sexual appetite but only aimed at conceiving a baby. After getting pregnant the bride loses any interest in Alfonso.

Cast

 * Ugo Tognazzi as Alfonso
 * Marina Vlady as Regina
 * Walter Giller as Father Bariaco
 * Linda Sini as Mother Superior
 * Riccardo Fellini as Riccardo
 * Igi Polidoro as Igi
 * Nino Vingelli
 * Achille Majeroni as Aunt Mafalda