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The Desert of the Tartars (1976)

6.819762h 20mIT
HistoryDrama

Directed by Valerio Zurlini

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

2h 20m

Language

IT

Release

October 29, 1976

Director

Valerio Zurlini

Official Trailer

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Overview

Lieutenant Giovanni Drogo is assigned to the old Bastiani border fortress where he expects an imminent attack by nomadic fearsome Tartars.

Cast

Jacques Perrin

Jacques Perrin

Sten. Giovanni Drogo

Vittorio Gassman

Vittorio Gassman

Filimore

Giuliano Gemma

Giuliano Gemma

Mattis

Helmut Griem

Helmut Griem

Lieutenant Simeon

Philippe Noiret

Philippe Noiret

General

Francisco Rabal

Francisco Rabal

M.llo Tronk

Fernando Rey

Fernando Rey

Nathanson

Laurent Terzieff

Laurent Terzieff

Ten. Pietro Von Hamerling

Max von Sydow

Max von Sydow

Cap. Ortiz

Jean-Louis Trintignant

Jean-Louis Trintignant

Magg. Med. Rovine

Shaban Golchin Honaz

Shaban Golchin Honaz

soldato Lazare

Giuseppe Pambieri

Giuseppe Pambieri

Ten. Rathenau

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Desert of the Tartars (1976), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Lieutenant Giovanni Drogo is assigned to the old Bastiani border fortress where he expects an imminent attack by nomadic fearsome Tartars.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Desert of the Tartars. 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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