Cast
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Raoul Bova
as Diego Marra
Teresa Saponangelo
as Maria Amore
Antonino Bruschetta
as Spano
Antonello Fassari
as Ruggeri
Rolando Ravello
as Maurizio
Fabio Troiano
as Ricucci
Thomas Trabacchi
as Silvio
Dario D'Ambrosi
as Emanuele Petri
Augusto Zucchi
as Questore Grauso
Roberto Zibetti
as Andrea
Alberto Gimignani
as Pietro
Alina Nedelea
as Carla
Gualtiero Burzi
as Ferro
Geppi Cucciari
as Anselmi
Paolo Maria Scalondro
as Massimo D'Antona
Crew
Director
- Michele Soavi
Producer
- Pietro Valsecchi
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Crime/Thriller film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Political Target distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Michele Soavi 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2006, 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 Political Target took approximately 10 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 200 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 231 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 64 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 1591 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2006, when this film is released:
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 22, 2006
- Runtime: 3h 20m