# 1900 (1976)

> An expansive Italian historical drama follows a peasant and a landowner whose lifelong bond is tested by Fascism, class struggle, and revolutionary change.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/2324

## Facts

- Runtime: 317 min
- Genres: Drama, History
- Director: Bernardo Bertolucci
- Cast: Robert De Niro, Gérard Depardieu, Dominique Sanda, Stefania Sandrelli, Donald Sutherland, Burt Lancaster, Francesca Bertini, Laura Betti
- TMDB rating: 7.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0074084/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: slow
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: graphic
- Mood: operatic, somber, politically charged, serious film study, historical drama marathon

## Synopsis

A sweeping historical drama that explores the clash of social classes in early 20th century Italy.

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