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The White Sheik

1952 · 83 min Comedy Romance
7.2 / 10 · TMDB

In Italy, small-town newlyweds Wanda and Ivan Cavalli embark on their honeymoon in the big city of Rome. Ivan dutifully wants to keep appointments with family and church, but Wanda is only interested in meeting her favorite photo-strip star known as "The White Sheik". While Wanda impetuously sneaks away to locate the object of her affections, disconsolate Ivan tries his hardest to keep up appearances with the couple's relatives.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Lo sceicco bianco
Year 1952
Country Italy
Genre Comedy, Romance
Director Federico Fellini
Runtime 83 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.2/10 (286 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.

If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.

For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.

Director: Federico Fellini

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.

🎭 Cast

Alberto Sordi

Alberto Sordi

Fernando Rivoli, the White Sheik

Brunella Bovo

Brunella Bovo

Wanda Giardino Cavalli

Leopoldo Trieste

Leopoldo Trieste

Ivan Cavalli

Giulietta Masina

Giulietta Masina

Cabiria, the Prostitute

Ernesto Almirante

Ernesto Almirante

Dottore Fortuna, the Photonovel's Director

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Lilia Landi

Felga, the Photonovel's Gipsy

Fanny Marchiò

Fanny Marchiò

Marilena Alba Vellardi

Gina Mascetti

Gina Mascetti

Rita Rivoli, Fernando's Wife

Jole Silvani

Jole Silvani

Assunta, Cabiria's Colleague

Enzo Maggio

Enzo Maggio

Furio

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