Cast
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Carolina Crescentini
as Bianca Valentino
Andrea Lattanzi
as Francesco
Roberto Citran
as Padre Severo
Carla Cassola
as Donna Letizia
Pier Giorgio Bellocchio
as Ettore
Riccardo Bortoluzzi
as Michele
Nathalie Caldonazzo
as Isabella Curioni Colonna
Paola Sotgiu
as Suor Giacinta
Peppe Servillo
as Vescovo
Camilla Bianchini
as Suor Maria Pia
Alice Palazzi
as Ginecologa
Urbano Barberini
as Giulio Curioni Colonna
Crew
Director
- Milena Cocozza
Producer
- Antonio Manetti
- Marco Manetti
- Carlo Macchitella
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Bed Number 6 presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Milena Cocozza 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 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 Bed Number 6 took approximately 13 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 117 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 149 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2204 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 11, 2020
- Runtime: 1h 57m