The Strongest Weapon (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2016, The Strongest Weapon is a notable film directed by Vanni Gandolfo, running about 55 minutes.
What it’s about. This documentary using images from the Luce Archive tells the story of Freddi a Fascist civil servant who had a profound love for cinema which he developed during his many trips to Hollywood where he carefully studied and observed important American productions meeting famous producers and directors. Actor Diego Abatantuono is the voice of Freddi on screen that takes us back to the period of 1934-1939 when he was the Head of National Film Office, his ties with the duce and will to replace old cinema and organize an actual state institution as well as the ambitious project of creating city of cinema with state of the art systems architectural designs by the famous architect Gino Peressutti.
Who’s in it. The Strongest Weapon stars Diego Abatantuono as Luigi Freddi (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Strongest Weapon has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Strongest Weapon page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Strongest Weapon (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Strongest Weapon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Strongest Weapon worth watching?
- The Strongest Weapon holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Strongest Weapon?
- The Strongest Weapon stars Diego Abatantuono.
- When was The Strongest Weapon released?
- The Strongest Weapon was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.