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Guaglio
On his way to Africa, Don Pietro, a young missionary priest has his suitcase stolen in the station of Naples. While trying to retrieve his baggage he realizes how miserable the city of Naples is. Then he decides that his mission is there in Naples, He creates his 'The Boys' Town' a shelter for poor kids, aka the 'scugnizzi' (street urchins), with a view to putting them back on the right track. Some of the kids, though, do not play by the rules just using that 'home' as a convenient place for hiding the product of their thefts...
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Plot Summary
This short documentary offers a glimpse into the life and work in Guaglio, likely focusing on local customs, industries, or daily life. It serves as a historical record of the region during the post-war era.
Critical Reception
As a short documentary from 1948, specific critical reception is not widely documented in modern film databases. However, films of this nature often served as ethnographic records and were appreciated for their informational and cultural value at the time of their release.
What Reviewers Say
Valuable ethnographic snapshot of a specific Italian community.
Offers historical insight into post-war life and traditions.
Likely appreciated for its documentary value rather than artistic critique.
Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for this specific historical documentary is not available.
Fun Fact
Documentaries from this era often played a crucial role in shaping national identity and preserving cultural heritage, providing a window into regions and ways of life that were rapidly changing.
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