Blood Brothers
I Guappi
“IN THE MOUTH THE HONEY TO SWEETEN WRONGS, IN THE HAND THE RAZOR TO AVENGE OFFENCES”
Synopsis
In Naples at the end of the 19th century, Nicola Bellizzi dreams of becoming a lawyer. However, when he seeks the reason that people are reluctant to help him in his goals, he discovers that some of his blood relations are high-ranking members of the Mafia. He tries to break away from his family obligations, but falls into a life of crime and violence.
Top Cast
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Franco Nero
Nicola Bellizzi
Claudia Cardinale
Lucia Esposito
Fabio Testi
Don Gaetano Fungillo
Raymond Pellegrin
Aiossa
Lina Polito
Nanina Scognamilio
Rita Forzano
Luisella
Antonio Orlando
Pasquale Scalzo
Sonia Viviani
Donna Maria
Gengher Gatti
Prence
Rosalia Maggio
Amalia Scognamiglio
Edoardo Mascia
Don Antonio
Nino Vingelli
Gigino la Charonge
Benito Artesi
Pazzariello
Anna Walter
Donna Amalia
Marcello Filotico
Court President
Enrico Maisto
Donna Maria's Husband
Giuseppe Morabito
Virgilio Villani
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pasquale Squitieri
- Screenplay & Story
- Ugo Pirro, Pasquale Squitieri
- Original Score
- Franco Campanino, Gigi Campanino
- Original Title
- I Guappi
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Production Studios
- Documento Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pasquale Squitieri
Ugo Pirro, Pasquale Squitieri, Michele Prisco
Franco Campanino, Gigi Campanino
Eugenio Bentivoglio
Mario Morra
Gianni Hecht Lucari
Department Leadership Roster
Gianni Hecht Lucari
Producer
Franco Campanino
Original Music Composer
Pasquale Squitieri
Director
Eugenio Bentivoglio
Director of Photography
Mario Morra
Editor
Gigi Campanino
Original Music Composer
Giancarlo Bartolini Salimbeni
Costume Design
Ugo Pirro
Screenplay
Pasquale Squitieri
Screenplay
Giancarlo Bartolini Salimbeni
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blood Brothers
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Blood Brothers about?
In Naples at the end of the 19th century, Nicola Bellizzi dreams of becoming a lawyer. However, when he seeks the reason that people are reluctant to help him in his goals, he discovers that some of his blood relations are high-ranking members of the Mafia. He tries to break away from his family obligations, but falls into a life of crime and violence.
Who directed Blood Brothers?
Blood Brothers was directed by Pasquale Squitieri.
Who stars in Blood Brothers?
The principal cast of Blood Brothers includes Franco Nero, Claudia Cardinale, Fabio Testi, Raymond Pellegrin, Lina Polito.
When was Blood Brothers released and how long is it?
Blood Brothers was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 2h 10m.
Who composed the musical score for Blood Brothers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Blood Brothers was composed by Franco Campanino, Gigi Campanino.