Cast
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Claudia Gerini
as Gilda
Cristiana Capotondi
as Olivia
Sabrina Impacciatore
as Crocetta
Vinicio Marchioni
as Commissario Malachia
Marina Confalone
as Donna Rosaria
Corrado Fortuna
as Lorenzo
Antonella Attili
as Signora Zuccalà
Tommaso Ramenghi
as Rocco
Adriano Chiaramida
as Padre di Crocetta
Gaetano Aronica
as Tonino
Giovanni Martorana
as Paternò
Bruno Armando
as Jean Pierre
Mimmo Mancini
as Il commissario
Aurora Quattrocchi
as Donna Assunta
Giovanni Calcagno
as Il bestia
Crew
Director
- Giorgia Farina
Writer
- Giorgia Farina
- Fabio Bonifacci
Producer
- Andrea Leone
- Raffaella Leone
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Amiche da morire represents a fascinating example of Romance/Crime/Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Giorgia Farina brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2013, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Amiche da morire took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 103 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 142 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 131 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 2241 individual shots.
- The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2013, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 7, 2013
- Runtime: 1h 43m
- Revenue: $2,393,573