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Gold of Rome

1961 · 92 min · Director: Carlo Lizzani

Gold of Rome (1961) is a drama, directed by Carlo Lizzani. It stars Gérard Blain and Anna Maria Ferrero. The 92-minute film holds an audience score of 6.6/10.

What Gold of Rome Is About

The film is set in Rome in 1943. The city is under German occupation. The account rests on real events. The German commander of the city summons the Jewish community. He puts a demand to them. Fifty kilos of gold are to be collected. The time given is thirty six hours. If it is not collected, people will be taken away. A great scramble begins inside the community. Everyone brings what they have. Jewellery and family heirlooms are melted down. Romans who are not Jewish help as well. In the end the gold is gathered. But the promise given is not kept. The film moves through those days. Gérard Blain and Anna Maria Ferrero take the leads, with Jean Sorel also in the cast, in Carlo Lizzani’s French and Italian coproduction of 1961.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gold of Rome about?

The film is set in Rome in 1943. The city is under German occupation.

Where can I watch Gold of Rome?

Gold of Rome is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Gold of Rome?

Gold of Rome runs for 92 minutes (1h 32m).

When did Gold of Rome come out?

Gold of Rome was released in 1961.

Who directed Gold of Rome?

Gold of Rome was directed by Carlo Lizzani.

Who stars in Gold of Rome?

Gold of Rome stars Gérard Blain, Anna Maria Ferrero, Jean Sorel, Andrea Checchi.

What is Gold of Rome's rating?

Gold of Rome holds 6.6/10 on IMDb and 6.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.

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