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Big Deal on Madonna Street 1958

“The Story of a Perfect Crime ... Perfectly Hilarious!”

Status
Released
Runtime
106 minutes
Director
Mario Monicelli
Networks
Lux Film, Vides Cinematografica
★ TMDB users: 8.1/10 ComedyCrime Released
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What is Big Deal on Madonna Street?

Big Deal on Madonna Street is a film first released in 1958. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime.

Type
Film
Year
1958
Status
Released
Runtime
106 minutes
Release date
Jul 26, 1958
Studios
Lux Film, Vides Cinematografica
Genres
Comedy, Crime
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 8.1/10
Episode runtime
~106 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Lux Film, Vides Cinematografica

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Big Deal on Madonna Street is a film first released in 1958. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime. Produced and broadcast by Lux Film, Vides Cinematografica. Current status: Released.

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“Incompetent thieves plot a flawed pawnshop heist in this classic comedy caper.”

Reasons to watch
  • directed by Mario Monicelli
  • regarded as a masterpiece of Italian cinema
Keep in mind
  • criminals lack experience and planning
  • the heist plan is far from foolproof

Watch it if you enjoy classic international comedies about bungling criminals trying to pull off a heist.

The film blends comedy and crime themes in a celebrated 1958 Italian production.

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When was Big Deal on Madonna Street released?

The film was released in 1958.

Who directed the film?

The film was directed by Mario Monicelli.

What genre is the film?

It is an Italian comedy caper film involving crime elements.

What is the basic plot of the film?

Best friends Peppe and Mario plan a heist by digging a tunnel from a rented apartment to a pawnshop safe.

What alternative title was used in the UK?

The film was released as Persons Unknown in the UK.

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