Cast
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Marco Palvetti
as Marco Pantani "il Pirata" a Cesenatico
Brenno Placido
as Marco Pantani "il Pirata" a Madonna di Campiglio
Fabrizio Rongione
as Marco Pantani "il Pirata" a Rimini
Francesco Pannofino
as avv. Antonio De Rensis
Monica Camporesi
as Christina Joensson
Paola Baldini
as Tonina
Libero De Rienzo
as Jumbo
Emanuela Rossi
as Manuela Ronchi
Gianfelice Imparato
as Candido Cannavò
Giobbe Covatta
as Rosario Tolomelli
Gianluca Balducci
as Roberto Pregnolato
Michele Abbondanza
as Marcello Siboni
Marco Boriero
as Isp. Capo Daniele Laghi
Domenico Centamore
as Augusto La Torre
Davide Gemmani
as Beppe Martinelli
Crew
Director
- Domenico Ciolfi
Writer
- Domenico Ciolfi
- Davide Sala
Producer
- Domenico Ciolfi
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Il caso Pantani - L'omicidio di un campione 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 Domenico Ciolfi 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 Il caso Pantani - L'omicidio di un campione took approximately 25 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 136 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 63 unique compositions.
- The film contains approximately 906 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Il caso Pantani - L'omicidio di un campione shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Cyclomania, which focuses more on action than character development, Il caso Pantani - L'omicidio di un campione subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like The Aggressives and Million Dollar Baby explore similar territory, Il caso Pantani - L'omicidio di un campione stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: October 12, 2020
- Runtime: 1h 30m
