The Bull of Pallonetto (2018)

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The film intends to shed light on a character known only by a few specialists in the world of boxing: Joe Esposito, The Bull of Pallonetto. Through his lifestory, some of the most important events of the 20th century are explored: from fascism to liberation, from migration towards America to the Soviet invasion of Hungary. The legendary figure of Joe was unjustly tainted for years by betting scandals; but Giuseppe Esposito represents an exemplary figure for the city of Naples: a man of humble origins who fought to build himself a future, succeeding in resisting and fighting against all adversities of an unfortunate destiny.

Director: Luigi Barletta
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 min
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Country: Italy
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bull of Pallonetto about?
The film intends to shed light on a character known only by a few specialists in the world of boxing: Joe Esposito, The Bull of Pallonetto. Through his lifestory, some of the most important events of the 20th century are explored: from fascism to liberation, from migration towards America to the Soviet invasion of Hungary. The legendary figure of Joe was unjustly tainted for years by betting scandals; but Giuseppe Esposito represents an exemplary figure for the city of Naples: a man of humble origins who fought to build himself a future, succeeding in resisting and fighting against all adversities of an unfortunate destiny.
Who directed The Bull of Pallonetto?
The Bull of Pallonetto was directed by Luigi Barletta.
How long is The Bull of Pallonetto?
The Bull of Pallonetto has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
What genre is The Bull of Pallonetto?
The Bull of Pallonetto is a Documentary film.
Where was The Bull of Pallonetto produced?
The Bull of Pallonetto was produced in Italy.