

Besieged
Original Title: “L'assedio”
“Touched by Genius. Cursed by Madness. Blinded by Love.”
Overview
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.
Top Cast

Thandiwe Newton
Shandurai

David Thewlis
Jason Kinsky

Claudio Santamaria
Agostino
John C. Ojwang
Singer

Massimo De Rossi
Patient

Veronica Lazăr
Piano Buyer
Paul Osul
Piano Buyer
Gianfranco Mazzoni
Piano Buyer
Maria Mazetti Di Pietralata
Piano Buyer

Cyril Nri
Priest
Andrea Quercia
Child Pianist at Concert

Elena Perino
Child at concert
Key Film Crew
Production Stats
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