Bicycle Thieves(Ladri di biciclette)
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Italy · 1948
1h 29m
Director Vittorio De Sica
Starring Lamberto Maggiorani, Enzo Staiola, Lianella Carell, Elena Altieri
Genre Drama
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In the bleak economic context of post-WWII Italy, Antonio Ricci is thrilled when, after a long stint of unemployment, he finally a gets job hanging posters. But disaster threatens when thieves steal the bicycle he needs to get around town. One of the masterworks of Italian Neorealism.
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It may seem a little cliche, but Bicycle Thieves is genuinely one of the best and most beautiful examples of the Italian Neorealism Movement. De Sica brings out heartbreaking performances from a cast of mostly non-actors, exploring the grief and strife of a country ravaged by war. This film is essential viewing for any film lover.