Cast
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Hanns Zischler
as Umberto
Gioia Scola
as Marcella
Gérard Landry
as Grandfather
Roberto Pace
as Il giovane quadro
Julian Jenkins
as Il commesso
Giuseppe Aprea
as Alberto
Lucio Beffi
as Medico
Luigi Curcione
as Barista
Vera Matania
as Locandiera
Linda Sini
as Marta
Emily Marchi
as Fioraia
Francesco Pettarin
as Gelataio
Elio Polimeno
as Uomo del treno
Helmut Plakolmer
as Giornalista
Enzo Salomone
as Il cameriere del treno
Crew
Director
- Achille Pisanti
- Alberto Abruzzese
Writer
- Achille Pisanti
- Alberto Abruzzese
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/TV Movie film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Anemia presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Achille Pisanti 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 1986, 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 Anemia took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 84 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 108 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 190 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The musical score contains over 46 unique compositions.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1986, when this film was released:
- The Cold War was entering its final phase.
- 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: January 1, 1986
- Runtime: 1h 24m