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.
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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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