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Movie Description
The story of the Sicilians' revolt against the King of Naples' troops in the Battle of Calatafimi, 1860. A sweeping epic, and an important film that influenced such later directors as Visconti and Rossellini.
Synopsis
A precursor of Italy's neo-realist cinema, the film depicts the 19th century conquest of Sicily by Garibadi, but seen through the eyes of peasants.
Film Notes
Part of Water Bearer Films' "Museum Collection,"
The acting was done by non-professionals.
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