The Butterfly's Dream
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Synopsis
This European existential drama utilizes complex symbols inspired by abstract psychological theories to explore the effects and reasons behind a young classical actor's decision to stop talking. No one knows why Massimo has vowed to stop talking. Other than speaking dialog from classical plays, Massimo refuses to say a single word. His father, a classic-literature professor believes it reflects to a disappointing love affair. His new girlfriend thinks Massimo is rebelling against his mother, a poet. A director learns of Massimo and commissions his mother to write a play about him. Though Massimo plays himself in the play, and does speak, he returns to silence when the play is finished.
Details
- Marco Bellocchio
- March 24, 1994
- Released
- France, Italy, Switzerland
- Filmalbatros
- 1h 51m
Where to watch
No known streaming options in United States.
Cast
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Thierry BlancMassimo
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Simona CavallariLa ragazzina -
Nathalie BoutefeuAnna -
Roberto HerlitzkaIl padre -
Henry ArnoldCarlo
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Anita LaurenziLa prima vecchia
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Antonio PennarellaLo zingaro -
Michael SeyfriedIlregista
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Aleka PaiziLa pastora (as Aleka Paisi) -
Sergio GrazianiL'ortolano -
Carla CassolaLa seconda vecchia -
Giusy FrallonardoAttrice
