Paprika (1991)
Kernel Score: 77% · 570 ratings
Genres: Drama
Released: 1991-02-13
Runtime: 116 minutes
Where to watch Paprika
- Stream: Night Flight Plus
- Free with ads: Fawesome
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
In 1957 Trieste, a few months before the general ban on brothels, inexperienced country girl Mimma becomes Paprika to finance her useless boyfriend as a prostitute. Amid the hustle and bustle of Rome, Paprika drifts from one brothel to another as she learns the ropes and works her way up one client at a time. However, as Paprika embarks on a stormy journey of self-discovery and sexual liberation, the sense that something is missing haunts her. Is Paprika meant to experience a passionate romance and solve the great mystery of true love?
Paprika parents' guide: ages 16+
Parents need to know that this Italian drama follows a young woman's life in brothels, including explicit sexual content described as softcore/erotic.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Intense — Keywords explicitly describe the film as a softcore erotic movie involving prostitution, brothels, and anal sex.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Tinto Brass
Cast
- Debora Caprioglio as Paprika
- Stéphane Ferrara as Rocco
- Martine Brochard as Madame Collette
- Stéphane Bonnet as Franco
- Rossana Gavinel as Gina
- Renzo Rinaldi as Count Bastiano Rosasco
- Nina Soldano as Journalist
- Clara Algranti as Sciura Angelina
- Luciana Cirenei as Donna Olimpia
- John Steiner as Prince Ascanio Del Bardo
Paprika FAQ
Is Paprika good?
Paprika has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 570 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Paprika?
In the US you can stream Paprika on Night Flight Plus and watch it free with ads on Fawesome.
Is Paprika OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 16+. Parents need to know that this Italian drama follows a young woman's life in brothels, including explicit sexual content described as softcore/erotic.
What movies are like Paprika?
If you liked Paprika, try The Unknown Woman, Accattone, Don't Be Bad and Vivre Sa Vie.