Francis of Assisi (1966)
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.
Francis of AssisiHistory, Drama, TV Movie
Cast
- Lou Castel — Francesco d'Assisi
- Giancarlo Sbragia — Pietro Bernardone
- Maria Grazia Marescalchi — Pica Bernardone
- Mino Bellei — Fra' Bernardo
- Marcello Formica — Capitano di ventura
- Roberto Di Massimo — Guido
- Giampiero Fondini — Pietro Cattani
- Gerig Domain — Vescovo di Assisi
- John Karlsen
- Gianni Turillazzi — Rufino
- Marco Bellocchio — Pietro di Stacia
- Kenneth Belton — Papa Innocenzo III
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