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Movie poster: Guaglio (1948)
🎬 Movie
1948 · 80 min Drama Comedy
6.9 / 10 · TMDB

On his way to Africa, Don Pietro, a young missionary priest has his suitcase stolen in the station of Naples. While trying to retrieve his baggage he realizes how miserable the city of Naples is. Then he decides that his mission is there in Naples, He creates his 'The Boys' Town' a shelter for poor kids, aka the 'scugnizzi' (street urchins), with a view to putting them back on the right track. Some of the kids, though, do not play by the rules just using that 'home' as a convenient place for hiding the product of their thefts...

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Proibito rubare
Year 1948
Country Italy
Genre Drama, Comedy
Director Luigi Comencini
Runtime 80 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.9/10 (7 votes)

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Guaglio has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.9/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1948. 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.

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