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Christ Stopped at Eboli

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1979 | 220 min | Drama

Saturday Specialearly rating

Why it’s a Saturday Special

Critics loved it (90% on Rotten Tomatoes), despite soft box office. A strong pick for the weekend.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. One to watch when you can give it your full attention.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Long and immersive, at 3 hr 40 min.
What might put you off
  • It's long: 3 hr 40 min.
  • It's in Italian, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Made in 1979: an older pace and style.
  • Not the one if you want explosions or easy laughs.

In the fascist Italy of 1935, a painter trained as a doctor is exiled to a remote region near Eboli. Over time, he learns to appreciate the beauty and wisdom of the peasants, and to overcome his isolation.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsVery strong

    90% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsSolid

    Won 1 BAFTA: BAFTA Awards: Best Foreign Language Film. Plus 5 other awards.

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $82K worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 15K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Francesco Rosi

  • Gian Maria VolontéCarlo Levi
  • Paolo BonacelliDon Luigi Magalone
  • Alain CunyBarone Nicola Rotunno
  • Lea MassariLuisa Levi
  • Irene PapasGiulia Venere
  • François SimonDon Traiella
  • Luigi InfantinoChauffeur
  • Accursio Di LeoJoiner
  • Francesco CallariDottore Gibilisco
  • Vincenzo VitaleDottore Milillo (as Vincenzo Vitale)