A Sky Full of Stars for a Roof
The bandit Pratt, looking for Tim, who is responsible for the death of his two sons, attacks a caravan killing all the passengers. Harry, the vagabond, after having robbed the dead, casually meets Tim and they become friends. Running away together from Pratt, they reach Harry's farm, but their hiding place is soon discovered.
Curator's Take
“A lighter, almost whimsical film about drifters. It focuses on the freedom of the trail rather than violence. A rare 'feel-good' spaghetti western that charms rather than shocks.”
Why This Movie Is Important
A refreshing, picaresque film that focuses on the joy of wandering. It captures the romantic appeal of the cowboy life, drifting under the stars, rather than just the killing.
Production Details
A Sky Full of Stars for a Roof is a 1968 western film directed by Giulio Petroni. Originally released in Italy under the title "...e per tetto un cielo di stelle", the film was produced during the golden era of European westerns. The film features a score composed by Ennio Morricone. Cinematography was handled by Carlo Carlini. The screenplay was written by Bernardino Zapponi. The film stars Giuliano Gemma as Billy Boy aka Tim Hawkins, Mario Adorf as Harry, and Magda Konopka as Widow Dorothy McDonald. Running 1 hour and 37 minutes, it is a well-paced entry in the genre.
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Wait a minute... check the title again. The Italian title translates beautifully, but the English dub makes the characters say 'A Sky Full of Stars for a Ceiling', which sounds ridiculous.
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