The Magistrate (Italian: Il magistrato) is a 1959 Italian-language drama film directed by Luigi Zampa. It was a co-production with Spain and France. Spaniard José Suárez stars in the film, which was shot in Madrid (exterior locations Plaza de España, Plaza Mayor, Parque del Oeste), with a French, Italian and Spanish cast. The name of the Italian city where the action takes place is never mentioned.
It is one of a handful of mid-20th century films that focused on a "judge and his work" (emphasis supplied). One review of Italian films called it "sometimes tending towards demagogy".
A 21-year-old Claudia Cardinale played the role of Orlando's wife in the film.
The film was "moderately successful".
Cast
José Suárez: Andrea Morandi
François Périer: Luigi Bonelli
Jacqueline Sassard: Carla Bonelli
Massimo Serato: Ugo
Luis Seigner: Procuratore
Maurizio Arena: Orlando Di Giovanni
Claudia Cardinale: Maria
Ignazio Balsamo: Capitano di nave
Geronimo Meynier: Pierino Lucchi