description Down and Dirty Overview
Down and Dirty, a 1976 Italian film directed by Ettore Scola, explores themes of morality and deception within the context of a criminal enterprise. The film’s title, “Ugly, Dirty and Bad,” reflects the characters' actions and circumstances. It was released as part of Italy’s New Cinema movement.
info Down and Dirty Specifications
| Country | Italy |
| Year | 1976 |
help Down and Dirty FAQ
Is Down and Dirty the same film as Ugly, Dirty and Bad?
Yes, Down and Dirty is the English title often used for Brutti, sporchi e cattivi. Ettore Scola directed the Italian film, which was released in 1976.
Who is the main character in Down and Dirty?
Nino Manfredi plays Giacinto, a one-eyed patriarch living with his large family in a shantytown outside Rome. Much of the film's black comedy comes from the family's fight over his money.
Did Ettore Scola win anything for Down and Dirty?
Yes, Ettore Scola won Best Director at the 1976 Cannes Film Festival for the film. That award helped cement the movie's reputation beyond Italy.
What makes Down and Dirty harsher than a normal Italian comedy?
The film uses grotesque humor to show poverty, selfishness, and family cruelty rather than sentimental uplift. Its Rome setting and 1970s social anger make it very different from lighter Italian farce.
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