I briganti

In the chaotic post-unification of Italy, a group of brigands, led by the charismatic Filomena, roams the countryside. They engage in acts of rebellion against the new order, becoming folk heroes to some and dangerous criminals to others. The story follows their desperate struggle for survival and their pursuit by the Piedmontese army.

The film received a mixed reception, with some praising its historical ambition and strong performances, while others criticized its pacing and narrative coherence. It is often seen as an attempt to explore a complex period of Italian history through a more operatic lens.

• Praised for its atmospheric portrayal of the post-unification South.

• Criticized for a somewhat convoluted plot.

• Performances, particularly from the lead cast, are often highlighted.

Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available.

The film was part of a wave of Italian cinema in the early 1980s attempting to revisit and re-interpret historical periods and figures.