Cast
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Romina Power
as Lorena Vivaldi
Al Bano
as Carlo Carrera
Franco Franchi
as Franco
Ciccio Ingrassia
as Ciccio
Linda Christian
as Mother of Lorena
Carlo Giordana
as Giorgio Castelli
Nino Taranto
as Filippo Pugliese
Antonella Steni
as Wife of Pugliese
Enrico Montesano
as Francesco Alessandroni
Carla Vistarini
as Student
Carlo Taranto
as Cessionario
Mirella Pamphili
as Attilia
Valentino Macchi
as Student
Nino Terzo
as First Usher
Ignazio Leone
as Rag. Ferretti
Crew
Director
- Aldo Grimaldi
Producer
- Gilberto Carbone
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
All the Gold in the World represents a fascinating example of Comedy/Music/Romance 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 Aldo Grimaldi 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 1968, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of All the Gold in the World took approximately 10 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 122 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 50 unique compositions.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 7 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1968, when this film was released:
- The space race between the USSR and USA was at its height.
- The Vietnam War was becoming increasingly controversial.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
While All the Gold in the World shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike I Zanzaroni, which focuses more on action than character development, All the Gold in the World subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like The Two Wizards of the Ball and Those Two in the Legion explore similar territory, All the Gold in the World stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: February 27, 1968
- Runtime: 1h 30m
