L'alleato movie poster

L'alleato

April 12, 2019 0h 19m

Originally released in 2019. L'alleato is a war/history film. directed by Elio Di Pace. At just 19 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Daniele Mariani

Synopsis

Sicily, July 10, 1943: the US army lands in Gela, where some divisions encounter strenuous resistance from the Italian army. The marines, in an attempt to escape to safety, are dispersed through the Sicilian countryside. A small task force luckily meets Robert Capa: the great photojournalist, who launched himself at the first light of dawn together with the soldiers of the ill-fated 82nd division, awaits help hanging from a tree. The group of soldiers, with the photojournalist and a wounded comrade, stops at a farm of poor Sicilian shepherds. John Mancuso, marine of the first infantry division, discovers that his father's birthplace is in nearby Niscemi, and wants to go and see it. He will get help from little Salvatore.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 12, 2019 6 years ago
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Runtime 0h 19m 19 minutes total
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Language Italian Original language
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Country Italy Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT

Frequently Asked Questions

What is L'alleato about?

Sicily, July 10, 1943: the US army lands in Gela, where some divisions encounter strenuous resistance from the Italian army. The marines, in an attempt to escape to safety, are dispersed through th...

Who directed L'alleato?

L'alleato was directed by Elio Di Pace.

How long is L'alleato?

L'alleato has a runtime of 0 hours and 19 minutes (19 minutes total).

When was L'alleato released?

L'alleato was released on April 12, 2019 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in L'alleato?

The main cast of L'alleato includes Daniele Mariani.