Playing the Field
A small-time soccer referee gets the chance of a lifetime when he gets to referee a major-league game. He becomes a celebrity and suddenly finds himself having to choose between his future as a referee and the temptations that come his way, especially the women, now.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | L'arbitro |
| Year | 1974 |
| Country | Italy |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Luigi Filippo D'Amico |
| Runtime | 108 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.2/10 (15 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs a sharp satire on fleeting fame, relying on the world of sports to explore how quickly integrity can be compromised by sudden celebrity and temptation.
What lingers after the final whistle is a playful yet pointed reminder of the price of vanity. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Luigi Filippo D'Amico
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Perfect for a casual watch with friends, paired with a casual game or to lighten the mood.
🎭 Cast
Lando Buzzanca
Carmelo Lo Cascio
Gabriella Pallotta
Laura, la moglie di Carmelo
Massimo Mollica
Il commendator Armando La Forgia
Joan Collins
Elena Sperani, la giornalista
Marisa Solinas
Luisella, la moglie di Tito
Nello Pazzafini
Un tifoso che invade il campo
Ignazio Leone
Tito Fichera, guardalinee
Dino Curcio
Il sindaco
Daniele Vargas
Il presidente della commissione arbitrale
Umberto D'Orsi
Il medico
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