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The Great Appeal

Il grande appello

1936

During Italy's invasion of Ethiopia, an Italian barkeeper in Djibouti who has been trafficking arms to the Ethiopians is confronted with a choice between profit and patriotism when he discovers his long-lost son fighting for the fascist cause. A wartime drama.

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Part of 7 Movies Set in or About Ethiopia

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