Cast
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Eleonora Rossi Drago
as Marion
Pierre Cressoy
as Silvano
Carlo Bellini
as
Tino Carraro
as Commander
Giovanni De Fazio
as
Charles Fawcett
as
Riccardo Garrone
as
Paul Müller
as Foreign agent
Rio Nobile
as
Colombo Pamolli
as
Paolo Panelli
as
Mimmo Poli
as
Giorgio Spaccarelli
as
Giovanni Tadini
as
Tsao Hong Tche
as
Crew
Director
- Duilio Coletti
Writer
- Giuseppe Berto
- Marc-Antonio Bragadin
- Duilio Coletti
- Enzo Cossa
- Ennio De Concini
- Francesco De Robertis
Producer
- Enzo Cossa
- Luigi De Laurentiis
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Hell Raiders of the Deep 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 Duilio Coletti 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 1953, 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 Hell Raiders of the Deep took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 137 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 66 unique compositions.
- The film contains approximately 2111 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1953, when this film was released:
- The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
- The Cold War was intensifying, influencing global politics and culture.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 16, 1953
- Runtime: 1h 40m