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Bicycle Thieves

Antonio Ricci, an unemployed man in the depressed post-WWII economy of Italy, finally gets a job hanging up posters, but he needs a bicycle. But when his bicycle is stolen,, he and son walk the streets of Rome looking for it. Antonio finally manages to locate the thief, but with no proof he must abandon his cause. But he and his son know perfectly well that without a bike, Antonio won't be able to keep his job. Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Drama), release year 1948, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

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Story of Bicycle Thieves

Antonio Ricci, an unemployed man in the depressed post-WWII economy of Italy, finally gets a job hanging up posters, but he needs a bicycle. But when his bicycle is stolen,, he and son walk the streets of Rome looking for it. Antonio finally manages to locate the thief, but with no proof he must abandon his cause. But he and his son know perfectly well that without a bike, Antonio won't be able to keep his job.

Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Drama), release year 1948, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

Title facts

  • Type Movie
  • Release year 1948
  • Released 13 Dec 1949
  • Runtime 89 minutes
  • Content rating Not Rated
  • IMDb rating IMDb 8.2/10 from 190,001 votes
  • Genres Drama
  • Languages Italian, German
  • Countries Italy

Cast

Lamberto Maggiorani, Enzo Staiola, Lianella Carell

Direction and writing

Directed by: Vittorio De Sica

Written by: Cesare Zavattini, Luigi Bartolini, Oreste Biancoli

Awards and recognition

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 18 wins & 1 nomination total

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