This is a historical true event. It's 1943. With the Allies approaching, the population of Naples celebrates their anticipated liberation. There is nevertheless a contingent of Nazi German soldiers occupying the city. They start conscripting the male population and holding them hostage at the football stadium. They shoot civilians as the partisans fight back. For four days, Italians from various walks-of-life rise up to fight their oppressors using a variety of methods.
This award winning film recreates the celebrated WWII events. It has two Oscar nominations. It has the feel of reality. It doesn't follow any one character, but a variety of people. It reminds me a lot of The Battle of Algiers (1966). The action is a little broader with some broad humor. The big battle is impressive with a couple of tanks. It is a great realized war movie.
This award winning film recreates the celebrated WWII events. It has two Oscar nominations. It has the feel of reality. It doesn't follow any one character, but a variety of people. It reminds me a lot of The Battle of Algiers (1966). The action is a little broader with some broad humor. The big battle is impressive with a couple of tanks. It is a great realized war movie.