Cast
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Michael Paré
as Ruggero Brickman
Jo Champa
as Lucia Isgrò
Phyllis Logan
as Attorney Camilla Staffa
Luciano Catenacci
as Commissioner Catena
Leopoldo Trieste
as Alfonso Isgrò
Erland Josephson
as Attorney Belmonte
Sal Borgese
as
Tano Cimarosa
as
Cyrus Elias
as
Geoffrey Copleston
as
Riccardo De Torrebruna
as
Giovanni Giancono
as
Veronica Lazăr
as
Giovanni Lo Cascio
as
David Maunsell
as
Crew
Director
- Damiano Damiani
Producer
- Mario Cecchi Gori
- Vittorio Cecchi Gori
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Dark Sun 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 Damiano Damiani 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 1990, 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 Dark Sun took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 107 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 143 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- The screenplay went through 14 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1990, when this film was released:
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- Digital technology was transforming the entertainment industry.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 4, 1990
- Runtime: 1h 47m