Hot Potato
Originally released in 1979. Hot Potato is a comedy film. directed by Steno.
Starring Renato Pozzetto, Massimo Ranieri, and Edwige Fenech
Synopsis
A factory worker known for his tough attitude and for fighting for workers' rights starts losing credibility when friends and co-workers see him helping a young gay man.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 16, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (83 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Top Cast
Renato Pozzetto
as Bernardo Mambelli, "il Gandi"
Massimo Ranieri
as Claudio
Edwige Fenech
as Maria
Mario Scarpetta
as Walter
Clara Colosimo
as Elvira Portiera
Adriana Russo
as l'amica di Maria
Luca Sportelli
as il portiere, marito di Elvira
Sergio Ciulli
as Meravigli, l'operaio sindacalista
Loris Bazzocchi
as operaio
Nazzareno Natale
as operaio
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Irrigazione Cinematografica
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hot Potato about?
A factory worker known for his tough attitude and for fighting for workers' rights starts losing credibility when friends and co-workers see him helping a young gay man.
Who directed Hot Potato?
Hot Potato was directed by Steno.
How long is Hot Potato?
Hot Potato has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Hot Potato released?
Hot Potato was released on November 16, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hot Potato?
The main cast of Hot Potato includes Renato Pozzetto, Massimo Ranieri, Edwige Fenech, Mario Scarpetta, Clara Colosimo.