The Boom
Originally released in 1963. The Boom is a comedy film. directed by Vittorio De Sica. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alberto Sordi, Gianna Maria Canale, and Ettore Geri
Synopsis
Sweet-sour comedy on Italy's 1950s rage to get rich as fast as possible! The businessman wants to satisfy his wife's craving for luxury and a "respectable life" so he becomes heavily indebted. In desperation he agrees to sell a precious part of his body for a large sum of money. But just before the crucial operation he panics...
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 24, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (60 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- DDL Cinematografica
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Boom about?
Sweet-sour comedy on Italy's 1950s rage to get rich as fast as possible! The businessman wants to satisfy his wife's craving for luxury and a "respectable life" so he becomes heavily indebted. In d...
Who directed The Boom?
The Boom was directed by Vittorio De Sica.
How long is The Boom?
The Boom has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was The Boom released?
The Boom was released on September 24, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Boom?
The main cast of The Boom includes Alberto Sordi, Gianna Maria Canale, Ettore Geri, Elena Nicolai, Mariolina Bovo.