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1973 · 239 min · R

Ludwig

Directed by Luchino Visconti · Drama, History

Ludwig (1973) is a Drama film, directed by Luchino Visconti set in Bavaria during the 1800s. It runs 239 minutes and is rated R.

A biopic, with a melancholic tone. Themes of madness / loss of sanity and isolation run throughout.

Cinematography
Armando Nannuzzi
Cast
Helmut BergerRomy SchneiderTrevor HowardSilvana ManganoGert FröbeHelmut GriemIzabella TelezynskaUmberto Orsini

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Bavaria
When
1800s

Premise & themes

Premise
Biopic
Themes
Madness / Loss Of SanityIsolation
Tone
Melancholic

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Slow Burn
Based on
True Story

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