description 1900 Overview
1900 is a 1976 historical drama directed by Bernardo Bertolucci, set in Emilia, Italy. It depicts the intertwined lives of a landowning aristocrat and a peasant amid political tensions between fascism and communism during the early 20th century. The film’s international cast includes Robert De Niro and Gérard Depardieu.
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info 1900 Specifications
| Country | Germany |
| Year | 1976 |
help 1900 FAQ
Why is Bernardo Bertolucci's 1900 so long?
The original version runs about 317 minutes because it follows Alfredo and Olmo across several decades of Italian history. Some releases divide the film into two parts, while shorter cuts omit substantial material.
Who are Alfredo and Olmo in 1900?
Robert De Niro plays Alfredo Berlinghieri, the heir to a landowning family, and Gérard Depardieu plays the peasant-born Olmo Dalcò. Born on the same day in Emilia, they become friends while occupying opposite sides of Italy's class struggle.
What historical period does 1900 cover?
The story begins around the start of the 20th century and moves through World War I, the rise of Italian fascism, and the end of World War II. Its political conflict centers on landowners, farm laborers, fascists, and communists.
Why does Donald Sutherland's character matter in 1900?
Sutherland plays Attila Mellanchini, a brutal estate foreman who becomes an embodiment of fascist violence. His relationship with Regina, played by Laura Betti, pushes the estate's class conflict toward open terror.
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