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Mingea

February 22, 1960 1h 10m 8.0/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 1960. Mingea is a drama film. directed by Siniša Ivetić. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Lazăr Vrabie, Ion Bodeanu, and Andrei Codarcea

Synopsis

With his nose pressed against the glass, four-year-old Ionel watches the kids playing ball in the street with great interest. His father, a schoolteacher, has lost his job. Now he goes to various institutions in vain, because in bourgeois Romania it is not easy to find a job. Ionel waits for his father every night and while waiting for him he dreams of getting a real yellow ball for his birthday. His father realizes that it is necessary to get the money and buy the ball. After all, the boy is crippled, and the ball is the only hope for him to get well...

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 22, 1960 65 years ago
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Runtime 1h 10m 70 minutes total
User Rating 8.0/10 Excellent (2 votes)
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Language RO Original language
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Country Romania Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
RO

Production Companies

  • Studioul cinematografic „Bucureşti"

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mingea about?

With his nose pressed against the glass, four-year-old Ionel watches the kids playing ball in the street with great interest. His father, a schoolteacher, has lost his job. Now he goes to various i...

Who directed Mingea?

Mingea was directed by Siniša Ivetić.

How long is Mingea?

Mingea has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).

When was Mingea released?

Mingea was released on February 22, 1960 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Mingea?

The main cast of Mingea includes Lazăr Vrabie, Ion Bodeanu, Andrei Codarcea, Ion Ulmeni, Sandu Sticlaru.