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1900 (1976)

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

7.8/10 · 700 votes 5h 17m r DramaHistory

#2 of 23 films from 1976 #339 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Bernardo Bertolucci · Written by Bernardo Bertolucci, Franco Arcalli, Giuseppe Bertolucci

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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.

Cast

Robert De Niroas Alfredo Berlinghieri
Gérard Depardieuas Olmo Dalcò
Dominique Sandaas Ada Fiestri Paulhan
Stefania Sandrellias Anita Foschi
Donald Sutherlandas Attila Mellanchini
Burt Lancasteras Alfredo Berlinghieri the Elder
Francesca Bertinias Sister Desolata
Laura Bettias Regina
Werner Bruhnsas Ottavio Berlinghieri
Stefania Casinias Neve
Sterling Haydenas Leo Dalcò
Anna Henkel-Grönemeyeras Anita the Younger
Ellen Schwiersas Amelia
Alida Vallias Signora Pioppi

Facts

Release dateAugust 28, 1976
Runtime317 min (5h 17m) — longer as the 1976 average of 122 min
GenresDrama, History
Original titleNovecento
LanguageIT
Budget$9,000,000
IMDbtt0074084

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Questions

How long is 1900?
1900 runs 317 minutes (5h 17m), which is long for a drama — plan for it.
Is 1900 worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.8/10 across 700 votes, which places it #2 of 23 films released in 1976 in this index (top 96%) and #339 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed 1900?
1900 was directed by Bernardo Bertolucci. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Last Emperor (1987), The Conformist (1971), The Dreamers (2003).
Who stars in 1900?
Robert De Niro as Alfredo Berlinghieri; Gérard Depardieu as Olmo Dalcò; Dominique Sanda as Ada Fiestri Paulhan; Stefania Sandrelli as Anita Foschi; Donald Sutherland as Attila Mellanchini; Burt Lancaster as Alfredo Berlinghieri the Elder.
What is 1900 rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for 1900?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/1414.

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