Ten Italians for One German
Ten Italians for One German

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Ten Italians for One German

1961
Movie
95 min
Italian

A cinematographic account of the reprisal ordered by the ruthless Austrian colonel Kappler in 1944 in Rome. In Via Rasella (Rasella Street) ten Italian civilians were sentenced to death for each German soldier killed in a partisan attempt.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Enzo G. CastellariGenres: War, Drama

Plot Summary

During World War II, a group of Italian partisans, led by a formidable leader, engage in a fierce guerrilla war against the occupying German forces. As tensions escalate and the conflict intensifies, they must make difficult choices and face extreme sacrifices to achieve their freedom. The film follows their desperate struggle for survival and their unwavering fight for liberation.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, noted for its gritty portrayal of partisan warfare and its historical context. While some critics found its narrative straightforward, others praised its intensity and performances, particularly from Klaus Kinski.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense depiction of wartime conflict and partisan action.

  • Features a compelling performance from Klaus Kinski.

  • Some find the plot somewhat conventional for the war genre.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but general sentiment tends to appreciate the film's authentic portrayal of the Italian resistance movement and its action sequences.

Fun Fact

Enzo G. Castellari, known for his Spaghetti Westerns and action films, directed this earlier war drama, showcasing his versatility in filmmaking.

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