Cast
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Bartolomeo Pagano
as Maciste, la guida alpina
Aldo Marus
as Il nipotino Hans
Elena Lunda
as Vanna Dardos
Dolly Grey
as Maud, la pittrice
Andrea Habay
as Ing. Ewert
Luigi Serventi
as Müller, l'avventurieno
Mario Saio
as
Augusto Poggioli
as
Augusto Bandini
as
Oreste Grandi
as Schulz il contrabbandiere
Felice Minotti
as
Crew
Director
- Guido Brignone
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Il gigante delle Dolomiti examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Guido Brignone 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 1927, 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 Il gigante delle Dolomiti took approximately 11 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 137 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 10 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 1927, when this film was released:
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 20, 1927
- Runtime: 1h 32m