Cast
View AllGianni Di Gregorio
as Professore
Ennio Fantastichini
as Attilio
Giorgio Colangeli
as Giorgetto
Galatea Ranzi
as
Roberto Herlitzka
as
Daphne Scoccia
as Fiorella
Silvia Gallerano
as
Marco Felli
as
Giancarlo Porcacchia
as Oreste
Alessandro Bernardini
as Otello
Michelangelo Ciminale
as Scolozzi
Alberto Buccolini
as Lo Sdentato
Iris Peynado
as
Crew
Director
- Gianni Di Gregorio
Producer
- Angelo Barbagallo
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Citizens of the World examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Gianni Di Gregorio 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 2020, 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 Citizens of the World took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 92 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 127 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 73 unique compositions.
- The film contains approximately 1374 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 20, 2020
- Runtime: 1h 32m
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