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Shoeshine

19461h 31mVittorio De Sica

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Two shoeshine boys in postwar Rome, Italy save up to buy a horse, but their involvement as dupes in a burglary lands them in juvenile prison; the experience take a devastating toll on their friendship.

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Fortune TellerRome, ItalyItalyBlack MarketJuvenile PrisonOrphanJuvenile DelinquentPost World War IiMilitary PoliceShoeshine Boy

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Frequently asked questions

What is Shoeshine (1946) about?

Two shoeshine boys in postwar Rome, Italy save up to buy a horse, but their involvement as dupes in a burglary lands them in juvenile prison; the experience take a devastating toll on their friendship.

Who stars in Shoeshine?

Shoeshine stars Franco Interlenghi (Pasquale Maggi), Rinaldo Smordoni (Giuseppe Filippucci), Annielo Mele (Raffaele), Bruno Ortenzi (Arcangeli), Emilio Cigoli (Staffera). The film was directed by Vittorio De Sica.

How long is Shoeshine?

Shoeshine has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1946.

Where can I watch Shoeshine?

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