Ostia (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1988, Ostia is a drama film directed by Julian Cole, running about 26 minutes.
What it’s about. Ostia is a fascinating short film directed by Julian Cole and produced for the Royal College of Art, which reconstructs the events leading up to the murder of Pier Paolo Pasolini. Ostia relocates the proceedings to London and stars Derek Jarman as Pasolini. The film features an evocative dream sequence which is accompanied by poignant excerpts from Pasolini’s own poetry, as read by Jarman.
Who’s in it. Ostia stars Derek Jarman as Pier Paolo Pasolini, David Dipnall as Pino Pelosi, Oliver Haden and Dominic Power, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Ostia has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ostia page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ostia tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ostia (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ostia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ostia worth watching?
- Ostia holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ostia?
- Ostia stars Derek Jarman, David Dipnall, Oliver Haden, Dominic Power and Jill Cole.
- When was Ostia released?
- Ostia was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.