Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom
dir. Pier Paolo Pasolini
66
6 sourcesSynopsis
Four corrupted fascist libertines round up 9 teenage boys and girls and subject them to 120 days of sadistic physical, mental and sexual torture.
Critics consensus
Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom will strike some viewers as irredeemably depraved, but its unflinching view of human cruelty makes it impossible to ignore.
What resonated with audiences
'Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom' is a controversial film exploring power, corruption, and depravity. Based on de Sade's work, it depicts extreme abuse by fascists. Many find it disturbing yet artistically significant, while others criticize its graphic content and slow pace. Its examination of fascism and power abuse is noted, sparking debates on its artistic and moral value.
Directed byPier Paolo Pasolini
StarringPaolo Bonacelli, Giorgio Cataldi, Uberto Paolo Quintavalle, Aldo Valletti, Caterina Boratto, Elsa De Giorgi
Written byPupi Avati, Sergio Citti, Pier Paolo Pasolini
CinematographyTonino Delli Colli
EditingNino Baragli
MusicEnnio Morricone
Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom
1976 · 1h 57m
Drama, Horror
Four corrupted fascist libertines round up 9 teenage boys and girls and subject them to 120 days of sadistic physical, mental and sexual torture.
Our Verdict
66
What resonated with audiences
'Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom' is a controversial film exploring power, corruption, and depravity. Based on de Sade's work, it depicts extreme abuse by fascists. Many find it disturbing yet artistically significant, while others criticize its graphic content and slow pace. Its examination of fascism and power abuse is noted, sparking debates on its artistic and moral value.
Critics Consensus
Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom will strike some viewers as irredeemably depraved, but its unflinching view of human cruelty makes it impossible to ignore.
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