Mad About Opera (1948)
This story took place during World War II. A group of Italians living in London are raising funds to rebuild a Catholic cathedral that was bombed by the Nazis. To this end, they organized a concert, the proceeds of which would go toward the construction. The project was led by journalist Carlo Scala. He faced and overcame many difficulties in organizing the event, but he handled them with honor, and the performance by leading Italian singers took place. He was assisted in this by the incomparable Dora Scala.
Director: Mario Costa
Genre: Comedy, Music
Release Date: August 10, 1948
Cast
- Gino Bechi - Gino
- Maria Caniglia - Self
- Tito Gobbi - Self
- Gina Lollobrigida - Dora Scala - la fidanzata di Guido
- Carlo Campanini - Carlo Scala - il zio di Dora
- Constance Dowling - Margaret Jones
- Aroldo Tieri - Guido Marchi
- Aldo Silvani - Don Antonio Capenno
- Lamberto Picasso - McLean
- Franca Marzi - Carmen
Screenplay
Music: Felice Montagnini
Cinematography: Mario Bava
Production: GE.S.I. Cinematografica, Scalera Film
Country: Italy
Original Language: it
More Films by Director: Mario Costa
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Mad About Opera about?
- This story took place during World War II. A group of Italians living in London are raising funds to rebuild a Catholic cathedral that was bombed by the Nazis. To this end, they organized a concert, the proceeds of which would go toward the construction. The project was led by journalist Carlo Scala. He faced and overcame many difficulties in organizing the event, but he handled them with honor, and the performance by leading Italian singers took place. He was assisted in this by the incomparable Dora Scala.
- Who directed Mad About Opera?
- Mad About Opera was directed by Mario Costa.
- Who stars in Mad About Opera?
- Mad About Opera stars Gino Bechi, Maria Caniglia, Tito Gobbi, Gina Lollobrigida, Carlo Campanini, Constance Dowling.
- What genre is Mad About Opera?
- Mad About Opera is a Comedy, Music film.
- Where was Mad About Opera produced?
- Mad About Opera was produced in Italy.