A Dirty War
Una sporca guerra
Synopsis
In 1943, four Italian Alpini escape back to Italy after their company was decimated in Croatia by Yugoslav partisans. One of the four, Paolo, is seriously wounded and must undergo a leg amputation. The young man, embittered by his mutilation and the end of his soccer career, enlists in the fascist Brigate Nere. Once a member of the Brigate Nere, Paolo turns to evil and captures his former comrades, who must defeat him.
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- Director
- Dino Tavella
- Screenplay & Story
- Dino Tavella
- Original Title
- Una sporca guerra
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
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What is A Dirty War about?
In 1943, four Italian Alpini escape back to Italy after their company was decimated in Croatia by Yugoslav partisans. One of the four, Paolo, is seriously wounded and must undergo a leg amputation. The young man, embittered by his mutilation and the end of his soccer career, enlists in the fascist Brigate Nere. Once a member of the Brigate Nere, Paolo turns to evil and captures his former comrades, who must defeat him.
Who directed A Dirty War?
A Dirty War was directed by Dino Tavella.
Who stars in A Dirty War?
The principal cast of A Dirty War includes Enzo Doria, Antonio Menna, Lucia Guzzardi, Stefania Nelli, Luciano Gasperinetti.
When was A Dirty War released and how long is it?
A Dirty War was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.