The Roof
Under provincial Italian law at the time, once a roof is erected, the occupants cannot be evicted from a building. This comedy follows the efforts of a family to erect the roof on a house overnight so that a newlywed couple can have their own home.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Il tetto |
| Year | 1956 |
| Country | Italy |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Vittorio De Sica |
| Runtime | 97 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.4/10 (46 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The Roof is a solid entry rated 7.4/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
A classic from 1956. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Gabriella Pallotta
Luisa Pilon
Giorgio Listuzzi
Natale Pilon, Luisa's husband
Gastone Renzelli
Cesare, Luisa's brother-in-law
Maria Di Rollo
Gina
Luciano Pigozzi
Maria Di Fiori
Giovanna, Cesare's wife
Emilia Maritini
Luisa's mother
Angelo Bigioni
Luigi
Angelo Visentin
Antonio Pilon
Maria Sittoro
Natale's mother
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