Francesco Rosi's neo-realist drama probes the mystery surrounding one of Italy's most beloved criminals. On July 5, 1950, in Castelvetrano, Sicily, the body of Salvatore Giuliano was found, punctured with bullet holes. Painting a thorough portrait of the legendary bandit, Rosi's film also explores the dangerously complex .. Read more
| Starring | Salvo Randone, Frank Wolff |
|---|---|
| Director | Francesco Rosi |
| Genres | World Cinema |
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Francesco Rosi's neo-realist drama probes the mystery surrounding one of Italy's most beloved criminals. On July 5, 1950, in Castelvetrano, Sicily, the body of Salvatore Giuliano was found, punctured with bullet holes. Painting a thorough portrait of the legendary bandit, Rosi's film also explores the dangerously complex Sicilian world in which politcs and crime go hand-in-hand.
| Starring | Salvo Randone, Frank Wolff |
|---|---|
| Director | Francesco Rosi |
| Run time | DVD: 2 hrs 3 mins |
| Certificate | |
| Genres | World Cinema |
| Released | DVD: not available Production year: 1962 |
| Format | DVD |
Vivid, sometimes obscure, politically oriented melodrama based on fact. Undoubtedly a local classic, but not an easy film to appreciate.
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