The Brigand

The Brigand

140 mins | Drama | July 31, 1961

Inspired by a real-life event that took place in Calabria at the end of World War 2, the film is the story of a young farmer who led peasants to revolt, after being falsely accused of murder.

The Brigand

140 mins | Drama | July 31, 1961

The Brigand
Inspired by a real-life event that took place in Calabria at the end of World War 2, the film is the story of a young farmer who led peasants to revolt, after being falsely accused of murder.
Producers
Original title Il brigante
Directors Renato Castellani
Writers Giuseppe Berto, Renato Castellani

Cast

Adelmo Di Fraia

as Michele

Serena Vergano

as Miliella

Anna Filippini

as Giulia

Mario Ierardi

as Partaro

Giovanni Basile

as Fimiani

Renato Terra

as Carmelo

Francesco Mascario

as Bovone

Salvatore Moscianese

as don Francedco Tomea

Elena Sestito

as mother of Nino

Angela Sirianni

as Nino's grandmother