Naples '44

Naples '44

2016 · 85 min · ★ 5.7 · War, Drama, Documentary

A British Intelligence Officer in Naples at the end of World War II: Norman Lewis's acknowledged masterpiece about a war-torn city and its unforgettable humanity.

Directed by Francesco Patierno · Written by Francesco Patierno

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