Johnny the Partisan
Originally released in 2000. Johnny the Partisan is a drama/war film. directed by Guido Chiesa. With a runtime of 2h 15m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Stefano Dionisi, Gabriele Montanari, and Toni Bertorelli
Synopsis
After the 8th September 1943 north of Italy is occupied by Germans. Italian army collapsed and the soldiers are escaped to the mountains trying to set up a resistance. Many civilians did the same and Johnny, an English literature student, is among them. Johnny avoids to band together the red partisans (communists) and tries to be part of the azure bands (former regular soldiers). But in both cases he is deluded by the partisan bands and discovers that the partisan war is less poetic and genuine that he thought. At one point anyway the partisans free Alba from Germans. When the city falls again in German hands Johnny escape with Ettore and Pierre. But, one after another, German army and Italian fascists captures the partisans and Johnny will pass the winter alone and isolated. He then finds the way to participate to one of the last attack to occupants, in fact the war will be over two months later.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 17, 2000
25 years ago
Runtime
2h 15m
135 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (30 votes)
Budget
$4M
Production budget
Box Office
$400K
0.1x return
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
- Budget
- $4,000,000
- Revenue
- $400,000
Production Companies
- Fandango
- MediaTrade
- Tele+
- MiC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnny the Partisan about?
After the 8th September 1943 north of Italy is occupied by Germans. Italian army collapsed and the soldiers are escaped to the mountains trying to set up a resistance. Many civilians did the same a...
Who directed Johnny the Partisan?
Johnny the Partisan was directed by Guido Chiesa.
How long is Johnny the Partisan?
Johnny the Partisan has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes (135 minutes total).
When was Johnny the Partisan released?
Johnny the Partisan was released on November 17, 2000 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Johnny the Partisan?
The main cast of Johnny the Partisan includes Stefano Dionisi, Gabriele Montanari, Toni Bertorelli, Lina Bernardi, Fabrizio Gifuni.