Two shoeshine boys in postwar Rome, Italy save up to buy a horse, but their involvement as dupes in a burglary lands them in juvenile prison; the experience take a devastating toll on their friendship.
Cast: Franco Interlenghi, Rinaldo Smordoni, Annielo Mele, Bruno Ortenzi, Emilio Cigoli, Gino Saltamerenda, Peppino Spadaro, Antonio Nicotra
Production: Societa Cooperativa Alfa Cinematografica
Countries: Italy
Languages: Italian, English
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 3 wins & 2 nominations total
Box office: $34,677
Budget: $0