Cast
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Carlo Delle Piane
as Vanni Porelli
Aurore Clément
as Gaia Franchi
Lidia Broccolino
as Sandra Franchi
Nik Novecento
as Nicola Porelli
Dario Parisini
as Dario Franchi
Cesare Barbetti
as Mario Franchi
Fiorenza Tessari
as Ragazza villeggiante
Adriana Innocenti
as Signora villeggiante
Gioia Scola
as Lucia
Vittorio Battarra
as
Nicoletta Della Corte
as
Roberta Mencarani
as
Rossella Baldari
as
Davide Celli
as Davide
Luciano Turi
as Signore villeggiante
Crew
Director
- Pupi Avati
Producer
- Antonio Avati
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Graduation Party examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Pupi Avati 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 character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1985, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Graduation Party took approximately 33 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 94 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 127 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 11 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 1852 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1985, when this film was released:
- Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 24, 1985
- Runtime: 1h 34m