
One Way or Another
Directed by Elio Petri
Produced by Cinevera
A claustrophobic allegorical thriller that uses mysterious crimes and spiritual retreat settings to interrogate corruption, repression, and the gap between Christian morality and political power.
Set during a retreat of Christian Democrat politicians who practice spiritual exercises together, it is an allegory of corrupted power. Disturbing, claustrophobic settings are the background to a series of mysterious crimes.
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Is One Way or Another scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 94% of films.
Is One Way or Another sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.
Does One Way or Another end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 91% of films.
Is One Way or Another easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 86% of films.
Is One Way or Another violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
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Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































