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Quick Info

Rating

7.3/10

Release1954

Runtime2h 11m

StatusReleased

BudgetN/A

RevenueN/A

Production

Ponti-De Laurentiis Cinematografica

Movie

The Gold of Naples

1954

2h 11m

7.3

Drama

Comedy

Synopsis

A tribute to Naples, this film presents six episodes: a clown exploited by a gangster, a pizza seller losing her husband’s ring, a child's funeral, a gambler beaten by a kid, a prostitute's unusual wedding, and a "wisdom seller" offering advice.

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