In the Name of the Father
Originally released in 1971. In the Name of the Father is a history/drama film. directed by Marco Bellocchio.
Starring Yves Beneyton, Renato Scarpa, and Piero Vida
Synopsis
In 1958 Angelo, a rich and spoiled boy, enters a religious school, where students are tired of its vice-rector, and the strict rules and old-fashioned teaching methods of priests. Soon, Angelo exerts strong leadership among his peers and incites turmoil among them, helped by intellectual Franco and shy Camma. They expel the prefect from the school, organize a Grand Guignol show, and disappear the corpse of an old professor.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 12, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 49m
109 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (41 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Vides Cinematografica
Frequently Asked Questions
What is In the Name of the Father about?
In 1958 Angelo, a rich and spoiled boy, enters a religious school, where students are tired of its vice-rector, and the strict rules and old-fashioned teaching methods of priests. Soon, Angelo exer...
Who directed In the Name of the Father?
In the Name of the Father was directed by Marco Bellocchio.
How long is In the Name of the Father?
In the Name of the Father has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).
When was In the Name of the Father released?
In the Name of the Father was released on October 12, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in In the Name of the Father?
The main cast of In the Name of the Father includes Yves Beneyton, Renato Scarpa, Piero Vida, Aldo Sassi, Lou Castel.