In this war drama, a strict captain is tasked with capturing a crucial Italian village. However, the Italian soldiers are eager to surrender, but only if they can first celebrate a festive tradition. The captain's lieutenant persuades him that this is the best course of action, as aerial reconnaissance requires them to appear as if they're engaged in combat. To resolve the situation, an intelligence officer is dispatched to the scene, where he becomes entangled in the festival and develops a romantic interest in the mayor's daughter.
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The strategic Italian village of World War II agrees to surrender to the Allies under one condition: they get to host a festive celebration while deceiving aerial reconnaissance into thinking they're engaged in intense ground battles.
