The City of the Sun (1973)

The City of the Sun (1973) poster

1600, Southern Italy is under the Spanish Government. A few years before an attempt at rebellion, inspired by the preaching of the philosopher and monk Tommaso Campanella, is severely quelled by the Government. Campanella, under the charge of the plot, is put into a prison in Naples and waits for the conclusion of an endless process. Throughout the Calabrian countries his name is wrapped up in legend, he becomes almost a myth. Someone believes he has escaped from prison and wanders about under a false name.

Director: Gianni Amelio
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 84 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Remigio Ducros
Editing: Donatella Baglivo
Production: RAI, Arsenal Cinematografica
Country: Italy
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it

Keywords

catholic revival

More Films by Director: Gianni Amelio
More Films in Genre: Drama, TV Movie

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The City of the Sun about?
1600, Southern Italy is under the Spanish Government. A few years before an attempt at rebellion, inspired by the preaching of the philosopher and monk Tommaso Campanella, is severely quelled by the Government. Campanella, under the charge of the plot, is put into a prison in Naples and waits for the conclusion of an endless process. Throughout the Calabrian countries his name is wrapped up in legend, he becomes almost a myth. Someone believes he has escaped from prison and wanders about under a false name.
Who directed The City of the Sun?
The City of the Sun was directed by Gianni Amelio.
Who stars in The City of the Sun?
The City of the Sun stars Giulio Brogi, Riccardo Mangano, Umberto Spadaro, Daniel Sherrill, Bedy Moratti, Giancarlo Palermo.
How long is The City of the Sun?
The City of the Sun has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).
What genre is The City of the Sun?
The City of the Sun is a Drama, TV Movie film.
Where was The City of the Sun produced?
The City of the Sun was produced in Italy.