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Before Him All Rome Trembled

1946, Movie, NR, 110 mins

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Singers with Rome's Royal Opera hide a wounded English agent, Von Hulzen, during WW II. This story of the Italian underground somewhat parallels that of the opera "Tosca," which is performed during the film. Interesting movie that music lovers will especially enjoy. (In Italian; English subtitles.) leave a comment
Year: 1946
Rated NR

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Cast
Anna Magnani: Ada
Gino Sinimberghi: Franco
Edda Albertini: Lena
Steffen Bude-Wab: Franz
Carlo Duse: Police Officer
Joop von Hulzen: Webb

 

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