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A Special Day

NR19771h 46mEttore Scola
IMDb 8.1 · Rotten Tomatoes 100%

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"A special film about two special people."

Two neighbours — a persecuted journalist and a resigned housewife — forge a strong bond on the day of Adolf Hitler's historic 1938 visit to Rome.

DramaRomance
Rome, ItalyFascismHousewifeBenito MussoliniMale HomosexualityNeighbor1930sGay Theme

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Frequently asked questions

What is A Special Day (1977) about?

Two neighbours — a persecuted journalist and a resigned housewife — forge a strong bond on the day of Adolf Hitler's historic 1938 visit to Rome.

Who stars in A Special Day?

A Special Day stars Sophia Loren (Antonietta Taberi), Marcello Mastroianni (Gabriele), John Vernon (Emanuele Taberi), Françoise Berd (Concierge), Patrizia Basso (Romana Taberi). The film was directed by Ettore Scola.

How long is A Special Day?

A Special Day has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1977. It is rated NR.

Is A Special Day worth watching?

A Special Day holds an IMDb rating of 8.1/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 100. Fans of Drama, Romance are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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