One Way or Another
Todo modo
Synopsis
Set during a retreat of Christian Democrat politicians who practice spiritual exercises together, it is an allegory of corrupted power. Disturbing, claustrophobic settings are the background to a series of mysterious crimes.
Top Cast
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Gian Maria Volonté
M.
Marcello Mastroianni
Don Gaetano
Mariangela Melato
Giacinta
Ciccio Ingrassia
Voltrano
Franco Citti
M.'s Driver
Cesare Gelli
Arras
Tino Scotti
Hotel Zafer Cook
Adriano Amidei Migliano
Minister Capra Profiri
Giancarlo Badessi
Ventre
Mario Bartolomei
Franco Lombo
Nito Costa
Young Priest
Guerrino Crivello
Speaker Priest
Marcella Di Falco
Saccà
Giulio Donnini
Bastante
Aldo Farina
Restrero
Giuseppe Leone
Senator Martellini
Renato Malavasi
Michelozzi
Riccardo Mangano
Cardinal Beccarisi
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 14, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Elio Petri
- Screenplay & Story
- Elio Petri
- Original Score
- Ennio Morricone
- Original Title
- Todo modo
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Production Studios
- Cinevera
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elio Petri
Elio Petri, Berto Pelosso, Leonardo Sciascia
Ennio Morricone
Luigi Kuveiller
Ruggero Mastroianni
Daniele Senatore
Department Leadership Roster
Elio Petri
Director
Elio Petri
Screenplay
Ruggero Mastroianni
Editor
Luigi Kuveiller
Director of Photography
Ennio Morricone
Original Music Composer
Daniele Senatore
Producer
Dante Ferretti
Production Design
Franco Carretti
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About One Way or Another
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is One Way or Another about?
Set during a retreat of Christian Democrat politicians who practice spiritual exercises together, it is an allegory of corrupted power. Disturbing, claustrophobic settings are the background to a series of mysterious crimes.
Who directed One Way or Another?
One Way or Another was directed by Elio Petri.
Who stars in One Way or Another?
The principal cast of One Way or Another includes Gian Maria Volonté, Marcello Mastroianni, Mariangela Melato, Ciccio Ingrassia, Franco Citti.
When was One Way or Another released and how long is it?
One Way or Another was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 2h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for One Way or Another?
The original motion picture soundtrack for One Way or Another was composed by Ennio Morricone.
Is One Way or Another based on a book or true story?
One Way or Another is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Leonardo Sciascia".