The Za-Bum Circus

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The Za-Bum Circus
Directed by Mario Mattoli
Written by Marcello Marchesi
Mario Mattoli
Vittorio Metz
Starring Galeazzo Bentii
Cinematography Carlo Montuori
Release date
  • April 1944 (1944-04)
Running time
85 minutes
CountryItaly
LanguageItalian

The Za-Bum Circus (Italian : Circo equestre Za-bum) is a 1944 Italian comedy film directed by Mario Mattoli and starring Galeazzo Benti. [1]

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References

  1. "New York Times: The Za-Bum Circus". Movies & TV Dept. The New York Times . Baseline & All Movie Guide. 2011. Archived from the original on 20 May 2011. Retrieved 29 July 2008.