Hands Over the City
Prior to a city council election, the collapse of a building leaves a land developer and his political backers defending themselves against a scandal.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Le mani sulla città |
| Year | 1963 |
| Country | Italy |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Francesco Rosi |
| Runtime | 101 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.4/10 (151 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.
This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.
A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.
Director: Francesco Rosi
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.
🎭 Cast
Rod Steiger
Edoardo Nottola
Salvo Randone
Professor De Angelis
Guido Alberti
Maglione
Marcello Cannavale
Friend of Nottola
Dante Di Pinto
President of Inquiry Committee
Alberto Conocchia
Friend of Nottola
Carlo Fermariello
De Vita
Terenzio Cordova
Prosecutor
Gaetano Grimaldi Filioli
Friend of Nottola
Angelo D'Alessandro
Balsamo
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