Francesco 1989
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Topic: Film "Francesco" (1989). Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 157 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 22, 1989
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Italy, Germany
- Studios
- Karol Film, Istituto Luce Cinecittà, RAI
- Budget
- $14,500,000
- Genres
- Drama, History
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.5/10 from 62 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~157 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Karol Film, Istituto Luce Cinecittà, RAI
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Topic: Film "Francesco" (1989).
Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
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Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
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Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Francesco
Year: 1989
Rating: PG-13
US Release Date: 03/01/1991
Genres: Drama and History
Runtime: 2h 37m
Subject: Life of St. Francis of Assisi (1181-1226).
Plot details: Followers gather after his death to tell stories for Leone to record. Stories include him as a privileged and virile youth, a prisoner of war, an heir who turns away from his father to give to the poor, a beggar for others, and an inspiration to friends who accept the Gospels' life of poverty.
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“A gripping exploration of drama and history that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Francesco worth watching?
Francesco holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 62 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, History for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Francesco and when was it released?
Francesco is a feature film with a runtime of 157 minutes. It was released in 1989. Release status: Released.
Who directed Francesco?
Francesco was directed by Liliana Cavani.
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