Four of the Thundering Jet (1955)
Overview
In post-war Italy, some pilots of the Air Force, despite the difficulties in which they are forced to operate, manage to form an acrobatic squadron. From the dedication of these men will be born the "Frecce Tricolori", the Italian Air Force's acrobatic squadron.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | it |
| Popularity | 0.648 |
Directed By
Fernando Cerchio
TOP CAST
Dawn Addams
Moglie di Rovi
Emma Baron
Madre di Montanari
Tino Carraro
Colonnello
Andrea Checchi
Cap. Rovi
Antonio Cifariello
Tenente Luciano Zanchi
Massimo Girotti
Maggiore Montanari
José Jaspe
Maresciallo Alberti
Giulio Paradisi
Sgt. Mag. Chiarelli
Elsa Vazzoler
Donna del Maresciallo
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