Montevergine (1939)
A blacksmith from Montevergine, accused of murder, flees to Argentina. Years later, a mute witness testifies to his innocence, leading to his acquittal. Just before returning home, an Argentine woman plants opium in his luggage, resulting in a ten-year prison sentence. After his release, he finds his daughter engaged to a wealthy landowner who had falsely accused him. Enraged, he plans to kill the man but is moved by grace at the Marian Shrine, lays down his weapon, and makes peace with his enemy.
Director: Carlo Campogalliani
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 88 min
Release Date: January 10, 1939
Cast
- Amedeo Nazzari - Rocco
- Leda Gloria - Sabina
- Elsa De Giorgi - Carmencita
- Enzo Biliotti - don Rodolfo
- Andrea Checchi - Alberto
- Lauro Gazzolo - Bartolomeo
- Ivana Claar
- Giulio Tempesti - presidente Corte d'Assise
- Umberto Sacripante - Memmo
- Carlo Duse - Pietro
Screenplay
- Guido Paolucci
- Vittorio Malpassuti (Screenplay)
- Carlo Campogalliani (Screenplay)
Music: Franco Casavola
Cinematography: Ugo Lombardi
Editing: Ignazio Ferronetti
Language: Italiano
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Carlo Campogalliani
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Montevergine about?
- A blacksmith from Montevergine, accused of murder, flees to Argentina. Years later, a mute witness testifies to his innocence, leading to his acquittal. Just before returning home, an Argentine woman plants opium in his luggage, resulting in a ten-year prison sentence. After his release, he finds his daughter engaged to a wealthy landowner who had falsely accused him. Enraged, he plans to kill the man but is moved by grace at the Marian Shrine, lays down his weapon, and makes peace with his enemy.
- Who directed Montevergine?
- Montevergine was directed by Carlo Campogalliani.
- Who stars in Montevergine?
- Montevergine stars Amedeo Nazzari, Leda Gloria, Elsa De Giorgi, Enzo Biliotti, Andrea Checchi, Lauro Gazzolo.
- How long is Montevergine?
- Montevergine has a runtime of 1h 28m (88 minutes).
- What genre is Montevergine?
- Montevergine is a Drama film.