Cast
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Adriano Celentano
as Leonardo
Renato Pozzetto
as Luciano
Kelly Van der Velden
as Giovanna
Daniel Stephen
as Cowboy Roy
Sergio Renda
as Franzoni
Lamotte Eugene Atkins
as l'autista
Vincenzo De Toma
as l'anziano
Floriano Omobono
as lo sposo di Giovanna
Massimo Pongolini
as Roberto, il medico ( come Pongo)
Susanna Messaggio
as la ragazza all'autonoleggio
Raffaele di Sipio
as lo zio ricco della bella ragazza
Alfio Patané
as il passante deriso da Leonardo
Liliana Bocchi
as
Rita Catania
as
Rossella Gardini
as
Crew
Director
- Enrico Oldoini
Producer
- Mario Cecchi Gori
- Vittorio Cecchi Gori
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
He's Worse than Me represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Enrico Oldoini 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 1985, 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 He's Worse than Me took approximately 5 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 101 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 147 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1985, when this film was released:
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 21, 1985
- Runtime: 1h 41m