1900

From the cradle to the grave - victims of history and change!

Release Date 1976-08-28
Runtime 316 minutes
Genres Drama,   History,  
Status Released
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Overview

The epic tale of a class struggle in twentieth century Italy, as seen through the eyes of two childhood friends on opposing sides.

Budget $9,000,000
Revenue $0
Vote Average 7.809/10
Vote Count 654
Popularity 1.5909
Original Language it

Backdrop

What makes this movie Worth Watching

1900 was released during a period of heightened political awareness and social unrest in Italy, reflecting the country's turbulent past. The film's explicit content and controversial themes were intended to provoke discussion and challenge established norms regarding history and power dynamics.

  • Epic Scope: The film offers a sweeping portrayal of Italian history across the first half of the 20th century, focusing on the lives of two families.
  • Powerful Performances: Featuring a star-studded cast including Robert De Niro, Gérard Depardieu, Burt Lancaster, and Donald Sutherland, the acting is consistently strong and compelling.
  • Political Commentary: The film provides a sharp critique of class structures, fascism, and the struggles of the working class in Italy.
  • Visually Stunning: Bernardo Bertolucci's direction is masterful, creating visually arresting scenes and landscapes that capture the essence of the Italian countryside.

Fun Facts

  • The original cut of the film was over five hours long, leading to significant edits for theatrical release in various countries. Different versions exist with varying lengths and content.
  • Bernardo Bertolucci intentionally cast mostly non-professional actors for smaller roles to create a sense of authenticity and realism in the portrayal of peasant life.
  • The film's score, composed by Ennio Morricone, is iconic and deeply evocative of the Italian landscape and historical period, contributing significantly to the film's atmosphere.

Available Languages

English US
Title: 1900
"From the cradle to the grave - victims of history and change!"
Deutsch DE
Title: 1900
"Unser Jahrhundert kann seine Geschichte nicht großartiger erzählen"
suomi FI
Title: 1900
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Français FR
Title: 1900
"Du berceau à la tombe, victimes de l'histoire et du changement !"
Italiano IT
Title: Novecento
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普通话 CN
Title: 一九零零
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1900 (1976) Trailer | Robert De Niro | Gérard Depardieu
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Bertolucci's 1900 - Newly Restored | June 2019 | Austin Film Society