Pinocchio
The film was directed by Giuliano Cenci with assistance from his brother Renzo. During production, Carlo Collodis grandchildren Mario and Antonio Lorenzini were consulted. The subtle movements made by fidgeting children whilst speaking or under scrutiny were incorporated into Pinocchios movements, particularly when he lies to the Fairy with the Turquoise Hair over the fate of his gold coins. For the design of the Fairy, Italian portrayals of the Blessed Virgin Mary in art were used as starting points.
Cast
Roberta Paladini
Pinocchio (voice)
Roberto Bertea
Geppetto (voice)
Lauro Gazzolo
Grillo Parlante (voice)
Vittoria Febbi
Fata Turchina (voice)
Sergio Tedesco
Volpe (voice) / Arlecchino (voice)
Manlio De Angelis
Gatto (voice)
Flaminia Jandolo
Lucignolo (voice)
Michele Gammino
Mangiafuoco (voice)
Arturo Dominici
Pescatore Verde (voice)
Gianni Bonagura
Omino del carro (voice)
Bruno Persa
Direttore del circo (voice)
Gianfranco Bellini
Colombo (voice)