Socrates

Socrates - 2003-03-12 Director: Roberto Rossellini Italy / Spain / France, 1970, Color, 120 minutes This film recounts the story of the last days of the great philosopher Socrates. Anyone who has read the works of Plato, especially the dialogues, will enjoy this film. Rossellini's mastery is clearly evident in this film. His style is subtle and unobtrusive, meaning that viewers will derive immense pleasure from it without needing to be familiar with his works or recognize the importance of this film. The camera movement is very satisfying and skillful. The production of the scenes is of the highest quality, and it is evident from every scene that extensive research has been conducted to accurately portray historical moments. The film's adaptation of Plato's writings is complete, beautiful, and unequivocal. References to some chapters are made directly, such as 'Protagoras' and 'Lysias'. The 'Symposium' is also mentioned. There is a remarkable scene in which a man, by mentioning the play 'Clouds', which according to the 'Apology' is a play that contains the essence of Socrates' death, provokes Socrates. With clean and orderly set designs and excellent performances, this is one of Roberto Rossellini's best works.