Variety Lights
Originally released in 1950. Variety Lights is a drama/comedy film. directed by Alberto Lattuada.
Starring Peppino De Filippo, Carla Del Poggio, and Giulietta Masina
Synopsis
In Italy, Checco Dal Monte manages a troupe of traveling performers with plenty of heart but minimal talent. At a small town engagement, he encounters the starry-eyed, gorgeous Lily Antonelli, and hires her as a dancer on the show. Vivacious Lily quickly sells out crowds and earns the resentment of Checco's mistress, Melina Amour, but the fledgling performer has far bigger ambitions and soon sets her sights on a higher-profile role.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 6, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Good (99 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Peppino De Filippo
as Checco Dal Monte
Carla Del Poggio
as Liliana "Lilly" Antonelli
Giulietta Masina
as Melina Amour
John Kitzmiller
as Trumpet Player Johnny
Dante Maggio
as Remo
Checco Durante
as Theater Owner
Gina Mascetti
as Valeria del Sole
Giulio Calì
as Magician Edison Will
Silvio Bagolini
as Bruno Antonini
Giacomo Furia
as Duke
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Capitolium
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Variety Lights about?
In Italy, Checco Dal Monte manages a troupe of traveling performers with plenty of heart but minimal talent. At a small town engagement, he encounters the starry-eyed, gorgeous Lily Antonelli, and ...
Who directed Variety Lights?
Variety Lights was directed by Alberto Lattuada.
How long is Variety Lights?
Variety Lights has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Variety Lights released?
Variety Lights was released on December 6, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Variety Lights?
The main cast of Variety Lights includes Peppino De Filippo, Carla Del Poggio, Giulietta Masina, John Kitzmiller, Dante Maggio.