Direction: Francesco Rosi

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Francesco Rosi. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Christ Stopped at Eboli

1979 · Movie · 150 min. · Italy

Direction Francesco Rosi

Cast Gian Maria Volonté · Paolo Bonacelli · Alain Cuny · Lea Massari

Synopsis Christ Stopped at Eboli (1979) chronicles the journey of Carlo Levi, a genuine anti-fascist intellectual, as he is compelled into exile in a secluded hamlet within a distant area of Southern Italy. The village is home to residents who struggle...

7.5

520 votes

7.5

520 votes

Hands Over the City

1963 · Movie · 105 min. · Italy

Direction Francesco Rosi

Cast Rod Steiger · Salvo Randone · Guido Alberti · Marcello Cannavale

Synopsis Hands Over the City (1963) presents a gripping narrative centered around Rod Steiger's portrayal of a cunning land developer. Directed by Francesco Rosi, this film is a powerful example of social realism and was awarded the Golden Lion at the...

7.2

557 votes

7.2

557 votes

The Mattei Affair

1972 · Movie · 118 min. · Italy

Direction Francesco Rosi

Cast Gian Maria Volonté · Luigi Squarzina · Gianfranco Ombuen · Edda Ferronao

Synopsis The Mattei Affair (1972) chronicles the life and mysterious death of Enrico Mattei, a pivotal figure in Italy's post-war history. Initially a resistance fighter against Nazi occupation, Mattei later became a key player in Italy's energy sector, founding A.G.I.P. and...

7.2

768 votes

7.2

768 votes

Many Wars Ago (Uomini contro)

1970 · Movie · 101 min. · Italy

Direction Francesco Rosi

Cast Mark Frechette · Alain Cuny · Gian Maria Volonté · Giampiero Albertini

Synopsis Many Wars Ago (Uomini contro) (1970) unfolds on the Italian/Austrian front during the tumultuous period of World War I. The narrative begins with a catastrophic Italian assault on Austrian strongholds, resulting in severe losses for the Italian forces. This devastating...

7.0

176 votes

7.0

176 votes

7.0

671 votes

Illustrious Corpses

1975 · Movie · 120 min. · Italy

Direction Francesco Rosi

Cast Lino Ventura · Tino Carraro · Marcel Bozzuffi · Paolo Bonacelli

Synopsis Illustrious Corpses (1975) follows the gripping tale of Inspector Rogas, a seasoned detective tasked with unraveling a series of enigmatic murders targeting esteemed Supreme Court judges. As Rogas delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a labyrinthine conspiracy that implicates...

6.6

401 votes

6.6

401 votes

The Challenge

1958 · Movie · 95 min. · Italy

Direction Francesco Rosi

Cast Elsa Valentino Ascoli · Tina Castigliano · Paquale Cennamo · Decimo Cristiani

Synopsis The Challenge (1958) follows the story of Vito Polara, a young man from Naples with a flexible moral compass. Driven by an insatiable desire for wealth, he initially engages in illicit cigarette trading. However, after observing the lucrative opportunities in...

6.6

98 votes

6.6

98 votes

The Magliari

1959 · Movie · 111 min. · Italy

Direction Francesco Rosi

Cast Alberto Sordi · Renato Salvatori · Belinda Lee · Nino Vingelli

Synopsis The Magliari (1959) follows the journey of Mario, who initially travels to Hannover with aspirations of working as a miner. However, after losing his job, he contemplates returning to Italy. His plans take an unexpected turn when Totonno, a cunning...

6.6

114 votes

6.6

114 votes

Carmen

1984 · Movie · 148 min. · France

Direction Francesco Rosi

Cast Julia Migenes · Plácido Domingo · Ruggero Raimondi · Faith Esham

Synopsis Carmen (1984) is a cinematic adaptation of the renowned Bizet opera, centering around a French soldier named Don Jose who becomes deeply enamored with a captivating Spanish factory worker, Carmen. However, Carmen does not return his affections, leading to a...

6.5

121 votes

6.5

121 votes

The Truce

1997 · Movie · 125 min. · Italy

Direction Francesco Rosi

Cast John Turturro · Rade Serbedzija · Massimo Ghini · Roberto Citran

Synopsis The Truce (1997) follows John Turturro as a survivor of Auschwitz who embarks on a journey back to Italy following World War II. Directed by Francesco Rosi, this film is an adaptation of Primo Levi's autobiographical work "La Tregua" ("The...

6.4

696 votes

6.4

696 votes

Three Brothers

1981 · Movie · 113 min. · Italy

Direction Francesco Rosi

Cast Philippe Noiret · Michele Placido · Vittorio Mezzogiorno · Andrea Ferréol

Synopsis Three Brothers (1981) unfolds in a rural farmhouse nestled in the heart of southern Italy, where an elderly woman passes away. Her husband calls upon their three sons to return home: Raffaele, a judge from Rome entangled in a high-stakes...

6.4

212 votes

6.4

212 votes

6.1

167 votes

Direction Michelangelo Antonioni · Bernardo Bertolucci · Giuseppe Bertolucci · Mauro Bolognini

Synopsis 12 registi per 12 città (1989) is a promotional compilation film crafted to celebrate the 1990 FIFA World Cup hosted in Italy. This cinematic journey showcases the unique character and charm of 12 distinct Italian cities through the lens of...

5.5

54 votes

5.5

54 votes

Direction Francesco Rosi

Cast James Belushi · Mimi Rogers · Joss Ackland · Philippe Noiret

Synopsis The Palermo Connection (To Forget Palermo) (1990) follows Carmine Bonavia, who secures the mayoral position in New York with a bold campaign promise to legalize drugs. Post-election, he ties the knot with Carrie and embarks on a honeymoon to his...

5.4

24 votes

5.4

24 votes

More Than a Miracle

1967 · Movie · 109 min. · Italy

Direction Francesco Rosi

Cast Sophia Loren · Omar Sharif · Georges Wilson · Leslie French

Synopsis More Than a Miracle (1967) tells the enchanting story of a dashing prince on a quest for true love. Prince Rodrigo (Omar Sharif) is betrothed to a woman he doesn't love, arranged by the Queen Mother (Dolores Del Rio). Instead...

5.4

120 votes

5.4

120 votes

Chronicle of a Death Foretold

1987 · Movie · 110 min. · Italy

Direction Francesco Rosi

Cast Anthony Delon · Rupert Everett · Lucía Bosé · Ornella Muti

Synopsis Chronicle of a Death Foretold (1987) unfolds in a quaint Colombian village where Santiago Nasar rises early on the fateful day of his own demise to witness the pope's arrival at the town's docks. The community is still buzzing from...

5.2

1K votes

5.2

1K votes

Red Shirts

1952 · Movie · 99 min. · Italy

Direction Goffredo Alessandrini · Francesco Rosi

Cast Anna Magnani · Raf Vallone · Alain Cuny · Jacques Sernas

Synopsis Red Shirts (1952) chronicles the 1849 expedition led by Giuseppe Garibaldi to liberate Italy from Austrian control. Despite the defense of Rome becoming untenable, Garibaldi vows to persist in the fight for republican freedom and Italian unification. Accompanied by four...

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Diario napoletano

1992 · Documentary · 89 min. · Italy

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Not rated