Francis of Assisi (1966)

09/01/1966 (IT) • 2h 14m

History, Drama, TV Movie

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.

Top Billed Cast

Lou Castel

Francesco d'Assisi

Giancarlo Sbragia

Pietro Bernardone

Mino Bellei

Fra' Bernardo

Marcello Formica

Capitano di ventura

Giampiero Fondini

Pietro Cattani

Gerig Domain

Vescovo di Assisi


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Status

Released

Original Language

Italian

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

biography

church

francesco

woman director

life of saint

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