

Bellissime
2004-01-08 · 125 min · Not rated
Documentary consisting of archival footage that depicts the evolving conditions of Italian women during the first half of the 20th century.
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- Directors
- Giovanna Gagliardo
- Production companies
- Istituto Luce Cinecittà
- Countries
- Italy
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Aurora CancianNarrator
Giovanna GagliardoNarrator
Edda Ciano Mussolini(archive footage)
Anna Magnani(archive footage)
Monica Vitti(archive footage)
Eleonora Duse(archive footage)
Francesca Bertini(archive footage)Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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