Tempo di Roma (1963)
Directed by Denys de La Patellière

Comedy
aka: Destination Rome

Film Synopsis

After the Second World War, a penniless young Frenchman named Marcel arrives in Rome.  Living in a garret, he begins to become acquainted with the city.  He strikes up a friendship with an Englishman, Sir Craven, who helps him to become an official tourist guide, and falls in love with Geromina, the daughter of a restaurant owner.
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Film Credits

  • Director: Denys de La Patellière
  • Script: Albert Valentin, Diego Fabbri
  • Cinematographer: Marcel Grignon
  • Music: Georges Garvarentz
  • Cast: Charles Aznavour (Marcello), Arletty (La marquise), Gregor von Rezzori (Sir Craven), Marisa Merlini (Pia), Serena Vergano (Geronima), Monique Bertho (La prostituée), Mario Carotenuto (Le cardinal), Alberto Lupo (Paolino), Marcella Valeri (Francesca), Gianrico Tedeschi, Monique Bert, Vittorio Duse, Fanfulla, J.M. Audin
  • Country: France / Italy
  • Language: French
  • Support: Black and White
  • Runtime: 90 min
  • Aka: Destination Rome

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