Good Morning, Babylon (1987)
Release Year: 1987
Nation: France, Italy, United Kingdom, United States
Alternative Title: Good morning Babilonia, Good Morning, Babilonia, Добро утро, Вавилон
Director: Paolo Taviani, Vittorio Taviani
Writer: Lloyd Fonvielle, Paolo Taviani, Tonino Guerra, Vittorio Taviani
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Giuliani G. De Negri
Companies: Film4 Productions, Filmtre, RAI
Genre: Drama, History, Romance, War
Budget: N/A
Awards & Similar
Awards:
Similar: N/A
Keywords
Keywords: artistic creation, backstage, battlefield, brother brother relationship, carpenter, cathedral, double wedding, elephant, exposition, family business, female nudity, filmmaker, immigration, italy, jumping onto a train, movie director, pie fight, set designer, streetcar, world war one
Story
After their father's stonemasonry firm goes bankrupt, brothers Nicola and Andrea emigrate to America in search of prosperity. Upon arrival, they face numerous challenges but eventually find success working as set designers for renowned filmmaker D.W. Griffith. Both brothers marry beautiful actresses, yet their lives take a tragic turn with the onset of World War I. The conflict finds the siblings on opposing sides, leading to an uncertain future.
Summary
Directed by Paolo and Vittorio Taviani in 1987, 'Good Morning, Babylon' is a historical drama that weaves together themes of brotherhood, ambition, and the devastating impact of war. Although limited in plot details, available sources highlight the film's exploration of two brothers who leave their Italian roots behind to chase dreams in America, only to be torn apart by global conflict.
