Cast
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Roberto Herlitzka
as Il Conte
Pier Giorgio Bellocchio
as Federico Mai
Lidiya Liberman
as Benedetta
Alba Rohrwacher
as Maria Perletti
Federica Fracassi
as Marta Perletti
Alberto Cracco
as l'inquisitore francescano
Bruno Cariello
as Angelo, il custode
Toni Bertorelli
as Dott. Cavanna
Filippo Timi
as Il pazzo
Ivan Franěk
as Rikalkov
Elena Bellocchio
as Elena Mai
Patrizia Bettini
as moglie del conte
Sebastiano Filocamo
as il padre confessore
Alberto Bellocchio
as il cardinale di Genova Federico Mai (30 anni dopo)
Fausto Russo Alesi
as Cacciapuoti
Crew
Director
- Marco Bellocchio
Producer
- Simone Gattoni
- Beppe Caschetto
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Blood of My Blood examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Marco Bellocchio 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 2015, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Blood of My Blood took approximately 14 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 106 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 145 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The film contains approximately 2262 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2015, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 9, 2015
- Runtime: 1h 46m