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The Legend of 1900 (1998)

"An epic story of a man who could do anything... except be ordinary"

8.219982h 50mIT
DramaMusic

Directed by Giuseppe Tornatore

Rating

8.2/10

Runtime

2h 50m

Language

IT

Release

October 28, 1998

Director

Giuseppe Tornatore

Official Trailer

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Overview

The story of a virtuoso piano player who lives his entire life aboard an ocean liner. Born and raised on the ship, 1900 learned about the outside world through interactions with passengers, never setting foot on land, even for the love of his life. Years later, the ship may be destroyed, and a forme...

Cast

Tim Roth

Tim Roth

Danny Boodmann T.D. Lemon Nineteen Hundred '1900'

Pruitt Taylor Vince

Pruitt Taylor Vince

Max Tooney

Mélanie Thierry

Mélanie Thierry

The Girl

Bill Nunn

Bill Nunn

Danny Boodmann

Gabriele Lavia

Gabriele Lavia

Farmer

Clarence Williams III

Clarence Williams III

Jelly Roll Morton

Peter Vaughan

Peter Vaughan

'Pops', the Shopkeeper

Niall O'Brien

Niall O'Brien

Harbor Master

Alberto Vazquez

Alberto Vazquez

Mexican Stoker

Luca De Luigi

Luca De Luigi

Neapolitan Stoker

Femi Elufowoju Jr.

Femi Elufowoju Jr.

Black Stoker

Nigel Fan

Nigel Fan

Chinese Stoker

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Legend of 1900 (1998), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The story of a virtuoso piano player who lives his entire life aboard an ocean liner. Born and raised on the ship, 1900 learned about the outside world through interactions with passengers, never setting foot on land, even for the love of his life. Years later, the ship may be destroyed, and a former band member fears that 1900 may still be aboard, willing to go down with the ship.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Legend of 1900. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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