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The Great War

(Mario Monicelli, 1959)

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In The Great War, Monicelli masterfully blends comedy with depictions of brutal trench warfare during World War I. Iconic actors Alberto Sordi and Vittorio Gassman star as two soldiers who value survival above duty and loyalty to country as the war progresses. (134 mins., 35mm)

SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTIONS FOR FILM/VIDEO

Rohauer Collection Foundation

 

SUPPORT FOR RETROSPECTIVE: MARIO MONICELLI

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GENERAL SUPPORT FOR THE WEXNER CENTER

Greater Columbus Arts Council

Columbus Foundation

Nationwide Foundation

Ohio Arts Council

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The Great War