A Bell for Adano (1945)
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Director Henry King's adaptation of John Hersey's novel is a faithful telling of the story of Major Joppolo (John Hodiak), who is assigned to administrate the Sicilian town of Adano after World War II and attempts to return it to its pre-war tranquility. His initial actions include feeding and… More Director Henry King's adaptation of John Hersey's novel is a faithful telling of the story of Major Joppolo (John Hodiak), who is assigned to administrate the Sicilian town of Adano after World War II and attempts to return it to its pre-war tranquility. His initial actions include feeding and clothing the villagers, who have been left starved and destitute by the ravages of the war, and preventing the hanging of its former mayor, a Mussolini supporter, although he makes clear that any hints of Fascism will not be tolerated. Suspicious at first, the villagers finally come to trust Joppolo when he works to reclaim the town bell, stolen from the city hall and a symbol of its identity. Gene Tierney plays the fisherman's daughter that Joppolo falls for, while William Bendix is his compassionate orderly and assistant. A Bell For Adano is a low-key look at the effects of war that builds to a quietly powerful conclusion. ~ Don Kaye, Rovi
- Rating, Runtime
- Unrated, 1 hr. 44 min.
- Directed By
- Henry King
- Genres
- Drama, Classics
- In Theaters
- Jun 21, 1945 Wide
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Cast
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Luis Albernias Cacopardo -
Gene Tierneyas Tina -
Henry Armettaas Errante
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John Hodiakas Maj. Joppolo -
William Bendixas Sgt. Borth -
Richard Conteas Nicolo
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