The Sicilian Checkmate
Taking place almost entirely during a murder trial, the film details in significant detail the deep roots sunk by organised crime into the business and political life of Sicily.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | La violenza: Quinto potere |
| Year | 1972 |
| Genre | Crime |
| Director | Florestano Vancini |
| Runtime | 90 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.3/10 (3 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The Sicilian Checkmate is an acquired taste at 4.3/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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A classic from 1972. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Enrico Maria Salerno
Prosecutor
Gastone Moschin
Colonnesi, defense attorney
Riccardo Cucciolla
Professor Salemi
Mario Adorf
Amedeo Barrese
Ciccio Ingrassia
Ferdinando Giacalone
Aldo Giuffrè
Giuseppe Salemi
Michele Abruzzo
Zaccaria
Ferruccio De Ceresa
Senator
Turi Ferro
Judge Nicola Altofascio
Mariangela Melato
Rosaria Licata
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