Many Wars Ago
Release Date: 1970-09-17
Overview: Time after time, soldiers of the Italian Army are forced to leave their mountain trenches in attempts to storm an enemy fortress, always with the same disastrous results. As casualties mount, indignation spreads among the rank and file. Disturbed by his superiors' decisions, Lieutenant Sassu is led to question the purpose of war and reconsider where his real duties lie.
Rating: 7.3 / 10
Cast
Mark Frechette
as Lt. Sassu
Alain Cuny
as Gen. Leone
Gian Maria Volonté
as Lt. Ottolenghi
Giampiero Albertini
as Capt. Abbati
Pier Paolo Capponi
as Lt. Santini
Crew
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Tonino Guerra - Writer
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Francesco Rosi - Writer
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Raffaele La Capria - Writer
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Francesco Rosi - Director
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Ezio Di Monte - Set Decoration
Reviews
A truly compelling anti-war film from Italy, which echoes Kubrick's earlier masterpiece Paths of Glory. Excellent performances and camera work communicate the message well: war is the most insane kind...
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