Cast
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Isa Miranda
as Lucia Rossello
Carlo Ninchi
as Valerio Rossello
Vittorio De Sica
as Giorgio Vasari
Etchika Choureau
as Sandra
Alessandro Ninchi
as Maurizio Rossello
Sandra Verani
as Elsa
Enrico Olivieri
as Giulio
Renato Montalbano
as The Party Guest dancing with Susanna Mainardi
Wandisa Guida
as The Party Guest smoking a Cigarette
Helene Partello
as Susanna Mainardi
Serena Bassano
as Elsa's Sister
Marino Bulla
as Elsa's Sister's Fiancé
Claudio Biava
as Giorgio
Crew
Director
- Turi Vasile
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Guilty 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 Turi Vasile 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 1957, 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 Guilty took approximately 9 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 79 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 128 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 7 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The film contains approximately 2038 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1957, when this film was released:
- Rock and roll music was revolutionizing popular culture.
- The Cold War was intensifying, influencing global politics and culture.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 1, 1957
- Runtime: 1h 19m