Cast
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Vittoria Puccini
as Oriana Fallaci
Vinicio Marchioni
as Alexandros Panagulis
Stéphane Freiss
as François Pelou
Francesca Agostini
as Lisa
Adriano Chiaramida
as Edoardo Fallaci
Maurizio Lombardi
as Il moro
Benedetta Buccellato
as Tosca Cantini Fallaci
Gabriele Marconi
as Palotelli
Irene Casagrande
as Oriana da giovane
Ivano Marescotti
as Khomeyni
Andrea Pennacchi
as Direttore Europeo
Yoon C. Joyce
as Generale Loan
Ilir Jacellari
as Ufficiale greco
Christian Mörner
as Heubeck / Lerch
Ryan Burkwood
as John
Crew
Director
- Marco Turco
Producer
- Domenico Procacci
- Sara Polese
- Monica Paolini
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, L'Oriana 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 Turco 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 L'Oriana took approximately 26 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 174 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 226 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The film contains approximately 2454 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 62 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2015, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 3, 2015
- Runtime: 2h 54m