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Cast
Lou Castel
as Francesco d'Assisi
Giancarlo Sbragia
as Pietro Bernardone
Maria Grazia Marescalchi
as Pica Bernardone
Mino Bellei
as Fra' Bernardo
Marcello Formica
as Capitano di ventura
Roberto Di Massimo
as Guido
Giampiero Fondini
as Pietro Cattani
Gerig Domain
as Vescovo di Assisi
John Karlsen
as Cast
Gianni Turillazzi
as Rufino
Movie Info & Details
Release Year1966
Runtime2h 14m
LanguageItalian
CertificationNR
GenresHistory, Drama, TV Movie
Votes5
DirectorLiliana Cavani
WritersLiliana Cavani, Tullio Pinelli
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.2 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsFrancis of Assisi
About Francis of Assisi
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.
Directed by Liliana Cavani, Francis of Assisi leans on a strong ensemble — Lou Castel, Giancarlo Sbragia, Maria Grazia Marescalchi — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about history titles of 1966.
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