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The Stars in the Ditch (1979): Cast

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The Stars in the Ditch is a 1979 fantasy horror film directed by Pupi Avati, starring Roberta Paladini as Olimpia, Carlo Delle Piane and Lino Capolicchio. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes.

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The Stars in the Ditch (1979) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 41m (101 min)
Director
Pupi Avati
Genres
Horror , Fantasy
Original language
Italian
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Stars in the Ditch About?

The premise of The Stars in the Ditch without spoilers.

In an 18th‑century villa, a patriarch and his four sons see their world upended when a mysterious woman arrives. She assumes the roles of sister, mother, confidante and lover for each of them, sowing confusion and desire that drive the family toward a near‑mythic conclusion.

The Stars in the Ditch Themes & Keywords

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  • girl
  • love
  • visitor
  • villa
  • pianist
  • male female relationship
  • father son relationship
  • family relationships
  • brother brother relationship
  • 1700s
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Cast & crew

The Stars in the Ditch Cast & Characters

Roberta Paladini leads the cast as Olimpia, with Carlo Delle Piane as Bracco and Lino Capolicchio as Silvano. Directed by Pupi Avati; 10 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Pupi Avati

More films directed by Pupi Avati, best-rated first: Incantato, The American Backyard, La quattordicesima domenica del tempo ordinario and Dante.

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The Stars in the Ditch Also Known As

Also known as “Hullócsillagok”.

Also known as
  • Hullócsillagok

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The Stars in the Ditch FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Stars in the Ditch, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Stars in the Ditch?

The Stars in the Ditch runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

When was The Stars in the Ditch released?

The Stars in the Ditch was released on March 24, 1979.

Who directed The Stars in the Ditch?

The Stars in the Ditch was directed by Pupi Avati.

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Who is in the cast of The Stars in the Ditch?

The Stars in the Ditch stars Roberta Paladini as Olimpia, Carlo Delle Piane as Bracco and Lino Capolicchio as Silvano, among 10 credited actors.

Does The Stars in the Ditch have a post-credit scene?

No. The Stars in the Ditch has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Stars in the Ditch in?

The original language of The Stars in the Ditch is Italian.

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