Each segment questions whether a single person can maintain their humanity or "love" while the "anger" of the collective world rages around them.
It is often cited as a difficult watch for mainstream audiences but remains essential for students of 1960s counter-culture cinema. Amore e rabbia (1969)
Directed by Bernardo Bertolucci , this surrealist piece depicts the dying moments of an old man surrounded by figures who represent different facets of his life and society, blending dreamlike imagery with existential dread. Each segment questions whether a single person can
Though originally titled Evangelio '70 , the directors used biblical themes primarily to critique the Catholic Church's role in modern society. Though originally titled Evangelio '70 , the directors
Directed by Carlo Lizzani , this opening piece (sometimes omitted in certain versions) focuses on a hit-and-run accident, acting as a grim prologue to the film's themes of social apathy. Key Themes 🧠 The anthology is tied together by several recurring motifs:
It stands as a rare time-capsule where the "Big Three" of Italian cinema (Pasolini, Bertolucci, Bellocchio) worked alongside the leader of the French New Wave (Godard).
The film rejects traditional narrative, favoring long takes, jump cuts, and allegorical storytelling. Legacy and Context 🎞️