Диллинджер мертв (1968)

"Dillinger è morto" is a 1968 Italian drama/crime movie directed by Marco Ferreri. The film stars Michel Piccoli, Anita Pallenberg, Gino Lavagetto, and Mario Jannilli, among others. The story follows Glauco, a bored and disillusioned industrial designer who gets increasingly fascinated with the life and death of notorious gangster John Dillinger, whose photograph he has hung on his office wall. As he goes through his mundane routines, he begins to hallucinate and fantasize about Dillinger, eventually leading him down a path of self-destruction and violence. The film is a surreal and artistic exploration of isolation, obsession, and the destructive nature of idolization. Ferreri uses dreamlike imagery and jarring editing techniques to transport the audience into the mind of Glauco, blurring the line between reality and fantasy and keeping the viewers on the edge of their seats. The performances of the cast are exceptional, with Piccoli delivering a haunting and hauntingly vulnerable performance as Glauco. The supporting cast, including Pallenberg, Lavagetto, and Jannilli, all add depth and complexity to the film's characters, making it a true ensemble effort. Overall, "Dillinger è morto" is a visually stunning and emotionally gripping work of art, with Ferreri's masterful direction and the talented performances of the cast making it a must-see for fans of arthouse cinema and crime dramas alike.