The Butterfly's Dream
Il sogno della farfalla
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.
Top Cast
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Massimo
Simona Cavallari
La ragazzina
Nathalie Boutefeu
Anna
Roberto Herlitzka
Il padre
Henry Arnold
Carlo
Anita Laurenzi
La prima vecchia
Antonio Pennarella
Lo zingaro
Michael Seyfried
Ilregista
Aleka Paizi
La pastora (as Aleka Paisi)
Sergio Graziani
L'ortolano
Carla Cassola
La seconda vecchia
Giusy Frallonardo
Attrice
Consuelo Ciatti
Attrice che impersona Natalia
Patrizia Punzo
Attrice nella parte dell'elettrice
Viviana Natale
L'autostoppista
Ketty Fusco
La terza vecchia
Michel Adatte
Bibi Andersson
La madre
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marco Bellocchio
- Screenplay & Story
- Massimo Fagioli
- Original Score
- Carlo Crivelli
- Original Title
- Il sogno della farfalla
- Country of Origin
- France, Italy, Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Production Studios
- Filmalbatros, Pierre Grise Productions, Happy Valley Films, Waka Films, Istituto Luce-Italnoleggio Cinematografico, SRG SSR, Televisione Svizzera Italiana (TSI), European Script Fund, Office Fédéral de la Culture, RAI
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marco Bellocchio
Massimo Fagioli
Carlo Crivelli
Giorgos Arvanitis
Francesca Calvelli
Marco Bellocchio
Department Leadership Roster
Marco Bellocchio
Director
Massimo Fagioli
Screenplay
Francesca Calvelli
Editor
Giorgos Arvanitis
Director of Photography
Marco Bellocchio
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Butterfly's Dream
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Butterfly's Dream about?
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.
Who directed The Butterfly's Dream?
The Butterfly's Dream was directed by Marco Bellocchio.
Who stars in The Butterfly's Dream?
The principal cast of The Butterfly's Dream includes Thierry Blanc, Simona Cavallari, Nathalie Boutefeu, Roberto Herlitzka, Henry Arnold.
When was The Butterfly's Dream released and how long is it?
The Butterfly's Dream was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.
Who composed the musical score for The Butterfly's Dream?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Butterfly's Dream was composed by Carlo Crivelli.