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Notes Towards an African Orestes

November 29, 1975 1h 5m 7.5/10 (16 votes)

Originally released in 1975. Notes Towards an African Orestes is a documentary film. directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Gato Barbieri, Donald F. Moye, and Marcello Melis

Synopsis

The director presents takes and scenes filmed on location in Africa for a film-that-never-was, a black Oresteia.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 29, 1975 50 years ago
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Runtime 1h 5m 65 minutes total
User Rating 7.5/10 Great (16 votes)
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Language Italian Original language
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Country Italy Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT

Production Companies

  • IDI Cinematografica
  • I Film Dell'Orso
  • RAI

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Notes Towards an African Orestes about?

The director presents takes and scenes filmed on location in Africa for a film-that-never-was, a black Oresteia.

Who directed Notes Towards an African Orestes?

Notes Towards an African Orestes was directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini.

How long is Notes Towards an African Orestes?

Notes Towards an African Orestes has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).

When was Notes Towards an African Orestes released?

Notes Towards an African Orestes was released on November 29, 1975 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Notes Towards an African Orestes?

The main cast of Notes Towards an African Orestes includes Gato Barbieri, Donald F. Moye, Marcello Melis, Yvonne Murray, Archie Savage.