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Still from Full of Life — Full of Life (1956) — Richard Quine

Poster for Full of Life

Full of Life

English / 1956 / 1h 31m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

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Synopsis

A father-in-law's visit makes life even more complicated for a struggling writer and his pregnant wife.

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Position 26
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Starring Judy Holliday
Position 5

Credits

Crew

DirectorRichard Quine

WriterJohn Fante

ComposerGeorge Duning

EditorCharles Nelson

ProducerFred Kohlmar

Cast

Richard Conteas Nick Rocco

Judy Hollidayas Emily Rocco

Salvatore Baccalonias Papa Vittorio Rocco

Esther Minciottias Mama Pauletta Rocco

Joe De Santisas Father Gondolfo

Silvio Minciottias Joe Muto

Full of Life (1956) | Criteria