Cast
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Mariangela Melato
as Marta
Gérard Darier
as Tommaso
Carla Bizzarri
as Zia Adele
Bruno Zanin
as Marco
Clara Colosimo
as Prima Amica
Gérard Lartigau
as Luca
Heinz Kreuger
as
Siria Betti
as Madre di Marta
Toni Barpi
as Zio Pietro
Giuliana Gargiulo
as Suora
Carlo Monni
as Giovanotto Torretta
Adele Spadaro
as Parrucchiera
Crew
Director
- Franco Brusati
Producer
- Enzo Giulioli
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Good Soldier 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 Franco Brusati 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 1982, 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 The Good Soldier took approximately 13 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 104 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 129 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 14 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 2380 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1982, when this film was released:
- Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
- Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 1, 1982
- Runtime: 1h 44m