Besieged
1998, Italian. Directed by Bernardo Bertolucci.
Touched by Genius. Cursed by Madness. Blinded by Love.
While in exile in Italy, an African woman finds herself trying to get back home and free her imprisoned husband. But the only man that can help her do so is in love with her.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Italian
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 70 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Besieged isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Bernardo BertolucciDirector
- Thandiwe NewtonShandurai
- David ThewlisJason Kinsky
- Claudio SantamariaAgostino
- John C. OjwangSinger
- Massimo De RossiPatient
- Veronica LazărPiano Buyer
- Paul OsulPiano Buyer
- Gianfranco MazzoniPiano Buyer
- Maria Mazetti Di PietralataPiano Buyer
- Cyril NriPriest
- Andrea QuerciaChild Pianist at Concert
- Elena PerinoChild at concert
Details
- Released
- 5 February 1998
- Original title
- L'assedio
- Country
- Italy, United Kingdom
- Written by
- James Lasdun, Clare Peploe, Bernardo Bertolucci
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Besieged: quick answers
Is Besieged worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 70 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Besieged?
Besieged runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Besieged have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Besieged. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Besieged parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Besieged is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Besieged on?
Besieged isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Besieged?
If you liked Besieged, try Untamed Heart, The Sun Is Also a Star, Breathe.
Who directed Besieged?
Besieged (1998) was directed by Bernardo Bertolucci and stars Thandiwe Newton, David Thewlis, Claudio Santamaria.