Difficult Years
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Originally released in 1948. Difficult Years is a drama film. directed by Luigi Zampa.
Starring Umberto Spadaro, Ave Ninchi, and Enzo Biliotti
Synopsis
Aldo Piscitello, a minor government clerk, is forced in 1934 to join the Fascist party. When the war comes, he finds himself able only to talk ineffectually in secret against Mussolini, even as his own son Giovanni is sent into battle. By the end of the war, Aldo has found the courage to stand up for his beliefs, but by then it is too late.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 28, 1948
77 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (24 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Top Cast
Umberto Spadaro
as Aldo Piscitello
Ave Ninchi
as Rosina Piscitello
Enzo Biliotti
as Il podestà
Massimo Girotti
as Giovanni Piscitello
Delia Scala
as Elena Piscitello
Ernesto Almirante
as Il nonnino
Aldo Silvani
as Il farmacista
Miro Zonda
as Il federale
Milly Vitale
as Maria, the pharmacist's niece
Giovanni Grasso
as Mascoli
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Briguglio Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Difficult Years about?
Aldo Piscitello, a minor government clerk, is forced in 1934 to join the Fascist party. When the war comes, he finds himself able only to talk ineffectually in secret against Mussolini, even as his...
Who directed Difficult Years?
Difficult Years was directed by Luigi Zampa.
How long is Difficult Years?
Difficult Years has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was Difficult Years released?
Difficult Years was released on December 28, 1948 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Difficult Years?
The main cast of Difficult Years includes Umberto Spadaro, Ave Ninchi, Enzo Biliotti, Massimo Girotti, Delia Scala.