The Stranger 1967

Overview

The Stranger is a 1967 Italian drama film directed by Luchino Visconti. The production is based on the 1942 novel of the same name written by Albert Camus and features actor Marcello Mastroianni. The film, which is also known by the Italian title Lo straniero, was released in the United States on December 18, 1967, and has a runtime of one hour and forty-four minutes. The narrative centers on a character named Meursault, a man who experiences a profound sense of isolation from the people and environment surrounding him. This persistent state of alienation eventually manifests in sudden and inexplicable bursts of violence. These behavioral shifts lead the protagonist toward the commission of a murder. As an adaptation of the original literary work, the film explores the internal detachment of its central figure and the dramatic consequences that arise from his psychological state. The project is distinct from other films sharing the same title released in different years.