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Francis of Assisi (1966)
Directed by Liliana Cavani
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.
Length 134 minutes
Actors
Lou Castel | Giancarlo Sbragia | Maria Grazia Marescalchi | Mino Bellei | Marcello Formica | Roberto Di Massimo | Giampiero Fondini | Gerig Domain | John Karlsen | Gianni Turillazzi | Marco Bellocchio | Kenneth Belton | Riccardo Bernardini | Giuseppe Campodifiori | Riccardo Cucciolla | Ludmila Lvova