
The Hostage
Drama
Overview
A young man sentenced to death manages to postpone his execution because of the impending wedding of his poor sister, who is to be married off. His best friend vouches for his return. After taking care of his sister, the young man hurries back, but is delayed by numerous unexpected obstacles. Nevertheless, he continues the journey, determined to join his now-presumably dead friend.
Top Cast


Alberto Capozzi
Alberto Capozzi
Alberto Capozzi
Oreste Grandi
Oreste Grandi
Oreste Grandi
Ercole Vaser
Ercole Vaser
Ercole Vaser
Serafino Vite
Serafino Vite
Serafino Vite
Vitale De Stefano
Vitale De Stefano
Vitale De Stefano
Mirra Principi
Mirra Principi
Mirra Principi
Ernesto Vaser
Ernesto Vaser
Ernesto Vaser
Mario Voller-Buzzi
Mario Voller-Buzzi
Mario Voller-Buzzi
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