A 1966 biopic of Francis of Assisi presents him as a troubled rebel and champion of radical brotherhood, reflecting the spirit of 1968 student protests. Praised and condemned, the film sparked controversy for its bold, dissenting portrayal of faith.
Lou Castel
as Francesco d'Assisi
Giancarlo Sbragia
as Pietro Bernardone
Maria Grazia Marescalchi
as Pica Bernardone
Mino Bellei
as Fra' Bernardo
Marcello Formica
as Capitano di ventura
Roberto Di Massimo
as Guido
Giampiero Fondini
as Pietro Cattani
Gerig Domain
as Vescovo di Assisi
John Karlsen
as
Gianni Turillazzi
as Rufino
Marco Bellocchio
as Pietro di Stacia
Kenneth Belton
as Papa Innocenzo III
