Phalanstery (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film
Released in 1979, Phalanstery is a drama and history film directed by Savel Știopul, running about 161 minutes.
What it’s about. In the early 19th century the Romanian Theodor Diamant was inspired by the French utopian socialist Charles Fourier and established one of Fourier's "phalansteries" in Rumania. The film dramatizes the origins and demise of this effort, called the "Scaieni Phalanstery (the term is derived from "phalanx" and "monastery"). Among the socio-political commentary that is conveyed throughout, there is an important collusion between the army and the wealthy landowners of the time, and as the film points out in its own way, neither of these groups has ever been convicted of socialist/utopian tendencies.
Who’s in it. Phalanstery stars Liviu Ciulei as Dinicu Golescu, Adrian Pintea as Theodor Diamant, Mihai Mălaimare as Schina and Vasile Nițulescu as Mos Paia, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Phalanstery page.
If you liked it. Fans of Phalanstery tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Phalanstery (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Phalanstery change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Phalanstery?
- Phalanstery stars Liviu Ciulei, Adrian Pintea, Mihai Mălaimare, Vasile Nițulescu and Dumitru Rucăreanu.
- When was Phalanstery released?
- Phalanstery was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 161 minutes.