Francis of Assisi (1966)

  • NR
  • 09/01/1966 (IT)
  • History, Drama
  • 2h 14m

Overview

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.

Liliana Cavani

Director, Screenplay

Tullio Pinelli

Screenplay

Cast

Lou Castel's headshot

Lou Castel

Francesco d'Assisi
Giancarlo Sbragia's headshot

Giancarlo Sbragia

Pietro Bernardone
Maria Grazia Marescalchi's headshot

Maria Grazia Marescalchi

Pica Bernardone
Mino Bellei's headshot

Mino Bellei

Fra' Bernardo
Marcello Formica's headshot

Marcello Formica

Capitano di ventura
Roberto Di Massimo's headshot

Roberto Di Massimo

Guido
Giampiero Fondini's headshot

Giampiero Fondini

Pietro Cattani
Gerig Domain's headshot

Gerig Domain

Vescovo di Assisi

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