The Night of the Shooting Stars
Originally released in 1982. The Night of the Shooting Stars is a war/drama film. directed by Paolo Taviani.
Starring Omero Antonutti, Margarita Lozano, and Claudio Bigagli
Synopsis
The Night of San Lorenzo, the night of the shooting stars, is the night when dreams come true in Italian folklore. In 1944, a group of Italians flee their town after hearing rumours that the Nazis plan to blow it up and that the Americans are about to arrive to liberate them.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 16, 1982
43 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (125 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Ager Cinematografica
- RAI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Night of the Shooting Stars about?
The Night of San Lorenzo, the night of the shooting stars, is the night when dreams come true in Italian folklore. In 1944, a group of Italians flee their town after hearing rumours that the Nazis ...
Who directed The Night of the Shooting Stars?
The Night of the Shooting Stars was directed by Paolo Taviani.
How long is The Night of the Shooting Stars?
The Night of the Shooting Stars has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The Night of the Shooting Stars released?
The Night of the Shooting Stars was released on September 16, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Night of the Shooting Stars?
The main cast of The Night of the Shooting Stars includes Omero Antonutti, Margarita Lozano, Claudio Bigagli, Miriam Guidelli, Massimo Bonetti.
Is The Night of the Shooting Stars worth watching?
The Night of the Shooting Stars has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 125 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.