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Francis of Assisi

58 %|Sep 1, 1966|History, Drama

A 1966 biopic of Francis of Assisi presents him as a troubled rebel and champion of radical brotherhood, reflecting the spirit of 1968 student protests. Praised and condemned, the film sparked controversy for its bold, dissenting portrayal of faith.

Featured Crew

Liliana Cavani
Director
Liliana Cavani
Screenplay
Tullio Pinelli
Screenplay
Giuseppe Ruzzolini
Director of Photography
Luciano Gigante
Editor
Peppino De Luca
Music
Virgilio Marchi
Production Design
Ezio Frigerio
Costume Design

Cast

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Lou Castel
Francesco d'Assisi
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Giancarlo Sbragia
Pietro Bernardone
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Mino Bellei
Fra' Bernardo
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Marcello Formica
Capitano di ventura
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Giampiero Fondini
Pietro Cattani
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Gerig Domain
Vescovo di Assisi
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Marco Bellocchio
Pietro di Stacia
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Kenneth Belton
Papa Innocenzo III
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Riccardo Bernardini
Fra' Silvestro