Red Desert (1964) (2011): Cast & Ratings
Red Desert (1964) is a 2011 drama directed by Michelangelo Antonioni, starring Monica Vitti and Richard Harris. It runs 2 hours. It earned 3 award nominations, including Best Action Movie at the Critics' Choice 2011. Critics gave it 94% on Rotten Tomatoes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h (120 min)
- Director
- Michelangelo Antonioni
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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Italian - Studio
- Connoisseur Video Collection
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Red Desert (1964) About?
The premise of Red Desert (1964) without spoilers.
A woman struggles with alienation and a sense of emptiness in this visually striking drama. Set against the backdrop of a decaying industrial landscape, she seeks connection and meaning while grappling with environmental decay and social isolation. Monica Vitti delivers a compelling performance as the protagonist, navigating a complex relationship with her husband and his colleague, Richard Harris. The film explores themes of modernity and the human condition with a haunting and poetic style.
Red Desert (1964) Cast
Monica Vitti leads the cast, with Richard Harris. Directed by Michelangelo Antonioni.
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Director Michelangelo Antonioni
More from Michelangelo Antonioni
More films directed by Michelangelo Antonioni, best-rated first: Blow-Up, Beyond the Clouds, Eros and The Girlfriends.
Red Desert (1964) Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Red Desert (1964) 94% on Rotten Tomatoes.
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Rotten Tomatoes 94% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 85%
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Red Desert (1964) Awards & Nominations
Red Desert (1964) earned 3 award nominations, including Best Action Movie at the Critics' Choice 2011. The 3 nominations come from 3 ceremonies.
3 nominations3 ceremonies
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Critics' Choice 2011 1 nomination- Nominated Best Action Movie
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Saturn Awards 2011 1 nomination- Nominated Best Supporting Actress – Helen Mirren
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Golden Globes 2011 1 nomination- Nominated Best Motion Picture – Drama
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Red Desert (1964) FAQ: Cast, Awards & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings, awards, post-credit scenes and language of Red Desert (1964), each answered in a sentence.
How long is Red Desert (1964)?
Red Desert (1964) runs 2 hours (120 minutes).
When was Red Desert (1964) released?
Red Desert (1964) was released on September 2, 2011.
Who directed Red Desert (1964)?
Red Desert (1964) was directed by Michelangelo Antonioni.
More films by Michelangelo Antonioni Who is in the cast of Red Desert (1964)?
Red Desert (1964) stars Monica Vitti and Richard Harris.
How is Red Desert (1964) rated?
Red Desert (1964) has 94% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Was Red Desert (1964) nominated for any awards?
Red Desert (1964) received 3 nominations across 3 ceremonies.
Does Red Desert (1964) have a post-credit scene?
No. Red Desert (1964) has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Red Desert (1964) in?
The original language of Red Desert (1964) is Italian.
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