Cast
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Alessandro Benvenuti
as Ivo
Francesca Neri
as Sara
Davide Bechini
as Fabio
Francesco Casale
as Andrea
Vito
as Silvano
Antonino Iuorio
as Antonio
Sandro Lombardi
as Aldo
Luca Fagioli
as Carlino
Guido Cerniglia
as padre di Sara
Lucia Ragni
as zia Augusta
Daniele Trambusti
as Lele
Sonia Grassi
as Delfina
Maria Pelikan
as Bruna
Carmen De Venere
as Roberta
Maria Luisa Mescoli
as Graziella
Crew
Director
- Alessandro Benvenuti
Producer
- Giorgio Leopardi
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Ivo il tardivo 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 Alessandro Benvenuti 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 1995, 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 Ivo il tardivo took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 110 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 132 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 2299 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1995, when this film was released:
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 3, 1995
- Runtime: 1h 50m