The Conformist

:See also The Conformist (moth) for the insect.

Film Adaptation

The 1970 film version by Bernardo Bertolucci starred Jean-Louis Trintignant and Stefania Sandrelli.

Related Topics:
1970 - Bernardo Bertolucci - Jean-Louis Trintignant - Stefania Sandrelli

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In it a weak-willed Italian man becomes a fascist flunky who goes abroad to arrange the assassination of his old teacher, who is now a political dissident.

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The film suggests a connection between repressed sexual desires and fascist politics.

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It is a visually stunning film, photographed by Vittorio Storaro, with rich colours, unusual camera angles and fluid camera movement.

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Bertolucci was nominated for an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay.

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