Francis of Assisi 1966

A 1966 biopic of Francis of Assisi presents him as a troubled rebel and champion of radical brotherhood, reflecting the spirit of 1968 student protests. Praised and condemned, the film sparked controversy for its bold, dissenting portrayal of faith.

Cast

Lou Castel

Giancarlo Sbragia

Maria Grazia Marescalchi

Mino Bellei

Marcello Formica

Roberto Di Massimo

Giampiero Fondini

Gerig Domain

John Karlsen

Gianni Turillazzi

Marco Bellocchio

Kenneth Belton

Riccardo Bernardini

Giuseppe Campodifiori

Riccardo Cucciolla

Ludmila Lvova