Cast
View AllFausto Siddi
as Tullio Saba
Renato Carpentieri
as Antoni Saba
Laura del Sol
as Donna Margherita
Massimo Bonetti
as Giacomo Serra
Claudio Botosso
as Ulisse
Paolo Bonacelli
as Giudice
Carla Trincas
as Fiammetta
Paolo Maria Scalondro
as De Gagistris
Francesca Antonelli
as Angelina
Alberto Sanna
as Cesarino
Massimo Loriga
as Agostino giovane
Simona Cavallari
as Carla
Claudia Fiorentini
as Maria
Nicola Di Pinto
as Napoletano
Luigi Maria Burruano
as Corbo
Crew
Director
- Gianfranco Cabiddu
Producer
- Francesco Tornatore
- Giuseppe Tornatore
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Bakunin's Son 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 Gianfranco Cabiddu 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 1997, 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 Bakunin's Son took approximately 26 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 96 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 125 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1329 individual shots.
- The screenplay went through 5 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1997, when this film was released:
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 3, 1997
- Runtime: 1h 36m