Bicycle Thieves (1948)
Ratings:
8.2 (TMDb)
Released:
1948-07-21
Runtime:
1h 29m
Genres:
Drama
Countries:
Italy
Director:
Vittorio De Sica
Actors:
Lamberto Maggiorani, Enzo Staiola, Lianella Carell, Gino Saltamerenda, Vittorio Antonucci, Giulio Chiari, Elena Altieri, Carlo Jachino
Synopsis
Unemployed Antonio is elated when he finally finds work hanging posters around war-torn Rome. However on his first day, his bicycle—essential to his work—gets stolen. His job is doomed unless he can find the thief. With the help of his son, Antonio combs the city, becoming desperate for justice.