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.
Top Billed Cast
Lou Castel
Francesco d'Assisi
Giancarlo Sbragia
Pietro Bernardone
Maria Grazia Marescalchi
Pica Bernardone
Mino Bellei
Fra' Bernardo
Marcello Formica
Capitano di ventura
Featured Crew
Liliana Cavani
Screenplay
Liliana Cavani
Director
Tullio Pinelli
Screenplay
Luciano Gigante
Editor
Leo Pescarolo
Producer
Ezio Frigerio
Costume Design
Virgilio Marchi
Production Design
Peppino De Luca
Music
Giuseppe Ruzzolini
Director of Photography
Peppino De Luca
Original Music Composer
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