The Terrace(1980)
Eight Italian politicians from the communist party gather on a terrace in Rome for a get-to-gather. They discuss about their past, present and future.
Movie: The Terrace
Top 10 Billed Cast
Mario
Amedeo
Enrico
Luigi
Giovanna
Carla
Enza
Galeazzo
Emanuela
Tizzo
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Eight Italian politicians from the communist party gather on a terrace in Rome for a get-to-gather. They discuss about their past, present and future.
Release Date
1980-02-08
Average
7.1
Rating:
3.5 startsTagline
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Languages:
Italiano
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