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The Day of the Owl (1968)

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About this film

"The Day of the Owl" is a 1968 Italian film directed by Damiano Damiani . Based on a novel by Leonardo Sciascia , the film centers around the investigation of a murder in Sicily and examines the pervasive influence of the Mafia in everyday life.The story follows a police officer, Captain Bellodi, who investigates the murder of a businessman, Luco Santi. As he delves deeper, he uncovers the intricate ties between the local community and the Mafia, experiencing resistance and threats from various parties.

Directors & creators

Damiano Damiani, Ugo Pirro

Subjects

crime, drama, Italian-French, film, corruption, murder

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