Night Sun
Il sole anche di notte
Synopsis
Based on Leo Tolstoy's novel, Father Sergius, Night Sun stars Julian Sands as Sergio, a nobleman in 18th-century Italy who is expected to marry a duchess, Nastassja Kinski. Upon learning that she was previously the King's mistress, Sergio turns his back on society and becomes a monk. While at the hermitage he tries to resist all sexual temptations before him and soon becomes known as a miracle worker. Eventually he succumbs to a young seductress and knowing he is undeserving of the adulation, leaves the hermitage to travel around as a homeless beggar.
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Julian Sands
Sergio Giuramondo
Nastassja Kinski
Cristina
Charlotte Gainsbourg
Matilda
Rüdiger Vogler
King Charles
Massimo Bonetti
Prince Santobuono
Sonia Gessner
Duchess Del Carpio
Riccardo Parisio Perrotti
Duke Del Carpio
Margarita Lozano
Sergio's Mother
Patricia Millardet
Aurelia
Pamela Villoresi
Giuseppina Giuramondo
Geppy Gleijeses
Bishop
Tony Sperandeo
Gesuino
Salvatore Rossi
Eugenio
Matilde Piana
Peasant Woman
Teresa Brescianini
Concetta
Biagio Barone
Father Biagio
Ferdinando Murolo
Lawyer
Aleksander Mincer
Organ Player
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 28, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vittorio Taviani, Paolo Taviani
- Screenplay & Story
- Paolo Taviani, Tonino Guerra, Vittorio Taviani
- Original Score
- Nicola Piovani
- Original Title
- Il sole anche di notte
- Country of Origin
- France, Germany, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- Filmtre
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vittorio Taviani, Paolo Taviani
Paolo Taviani, Tonino Guerra, Vittorio Taviani
Nicola Piovani
Giuseppe Lanci
Roberto Perpignani
Giuliani G. De Negri, Grazia Volpi
Department Leadership Roster
Vittorio Taviani
Director
Paolo Taviani
Director
Paolo Taviani
Writer
Tonino Guerra
Writer
Vittorio Taviani
Writer
Roberto Perpignani
Editor
Giuliani G. De Negri
Producer
Nicola Piovani
Original Music Composer
Giuseppe Lanci
Director of Photography
Lina Nerli Taviani
Costume Design
Gianni Sbarra
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Night Sun.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Night Sun
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What is Night Sun about?
Based on Leo Tolstoy's novel, Father Sergius, Night Sun stars Julian Sands as Sergio, a nobleman in 18th-century Italy who is expected to marry a duchess, Nastassja Kinski. Upon learning that she was previously the King's mistress, Sergio turns his back on society and becomes a monk. While at the hermitage he tries to resist all sexual temptations before him and soon becomes known as a miracle worker. Eventually he succumbs to a young seductress and knowing he is undeserving of the adulation, leaves the hermitage to travel around as a homeless beggar.
Who directed Night Sun?
Night Sun was directed by Vittorio Taviani, Paolo Taviani.
Who stars in Night Sun?
The principal cast of Night Sun includes Julian Sands, Nastassja Kinski, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Rüdiger Vogler, Massimo Bonetti.
When was Night Sun released and how long is it?
Night Sun was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Night Sun?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Night Sun was composed by Nicola Piovani.