Question 1

Why did all actors in the film accept to be uncredited?

Accepted Answer

All actors accepted to be uncredited in honor of the civilians who died during the uprising and remained without official recognition.

Question 2

Which real-life 12-year-old boy is the film dedicated to?

Accepted Answer

The film is dedicated to the memory of Gennaro Capuozzo, a 12-year-old boy depicted in the movie, who was awarded the posthumous Gold Medal of Valor by the Italian Government.

Question 3

What awards did the film receive in 1963?

Accepted Answer

In 1963, the film was featured at the Locarno International Film Festival and received awards from the National Board of Review and the Academy Awards.

Question 4

How does the film's title relate to the historical events?

Accepted Answer

The title comes from the four days of the city's uprising against German occupying forces from 27 to 30 September 1943, before Allied forces arrived on 1 October 1943.

Question 5

What unique filming detail involves actual bullets?

Accepted Answer

In many scenes, actual bullets are shot into vehicles, creating holes that go inward rather than outward, unlike fake bullet holes.

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