Neapolitan Carousel

Neapolitan Carousel

1954 · 123 min · ★ 6.5 · Music, Comedy

Music, ballet, folk dances and mime eliciting the spirit of Naples across the ages are loosely tied together by the comedic wanderings and exploits of the Esposito family.

Directed by Ettore Giannini · Written by Ettore Giannini

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