Time after time, soldiers of the Italian Army are forced to leave their mountain trenches in attempts to storm an enemy fortress, always with the same disastrous results. As casualties mount, indignation spreads among the rank and file. Disturbed by his superiors' decisions, Lieutenant Sassu is led to question the purpose of war and reconsider where his real duties lie.

Mark Frechetteas Lt. Sassu
Alain Cunyas Gen. Leone
Gian Maria Volontéas Lt. Ottolenghi
Giampiero Albertinias Capt. Abbati
Pier Paolo Capponias Lt. Santini
Franco Graziosias Maj. Malchiodi
Mario Felicianias Colonel Doctor
Alberto Mastinoas Soldier Marrasi
Nino Vingellias Wounded Soldier from Naples
Pasqualino De Santis