The story centers on (Gianni De Martiis), the owner of a country inn, and his wife Amelia (Fabrizia Flanders). Carlo is depicted as a neglectful and domineering husband who views Amelia more as a servant for his kitchen and bed than a romantic partner.
"Provocation" (1995) has a rating of 7.1/10 on IMDB and 73% on Rotten Tomatoes.
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Director Paul Ziller, in a rare 2010 director's commentary (only available on the German DVD release), revealed he forbade rehearsals. He wanted "raw, nervous energy" between the two leads (Gibb and actor James Brolin , playing the antagonist). This led to one unscripted moment: Brolin actually broke a glass prop during a monologue, and Gibb's genuine terror was kept in the final cut.