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The Spider's Stratagem

121h 40m1970Bernardo Bertolucci
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A young man returns to his countryside hometown to investigate the unclear circumstances behind the death of his father, ostensibly killed by Fascists in 1936, before his birth. As he unravels a web of lies that seems to encompass the whole town, he finds himself entangled in the same web.

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Small TownCountrysideFather MurderInvestigationUnknown FatherOedipus ComplexWhite LieItalian Resistance

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What is The Spider's Stratagem (1970) about?

A young man returns to his countryside hometown to investigate the unclear circumstances behind the death of his father, ostensibly killed by Fascists in 1936, before his birth. As he unravels a web of lies that seems to encompass the whole town, he finds himself entangled in the same web.

Who stars in The Spider's Stratagem?

The Spider's Stratagem stars Giulio Brogi (Athos Magnani Jr. / Athos Magnani Sr.), Alida Valli (Draifa), Pippo Campanini (Gaibazzi), Franco Giovanelli (Razori), Tino Scotti (Costa). The film was directed by Bernardo Bertolucci.

How long is The Spider's Stratagem?

The Spider's Stratagem has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1970. It is rated 12.

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