by guestwriter
Umberto D
is another masterpiece of the Italian Neorealism. Again, just as in Ladri di biciclette, the subject is very simple and very close to the human heart. A simple retired clerk, running out of money to support himself, and his only “treasure”, his dog, Flick. One of the elements that made a success out of Vittorio de Sica’s movies starting with Sciuscià 
(Shoeshine, 1946) was his collaboration with the writer Cesare Zavattini. Their technique is unique and describes so well the genre: an emotional and convincing story of the post-war Italian society. The authenticity of the film is given by the non-professional actors and its filming on the streets of Rome. The message of the movie is direct: is love saving or futile?
beautiful and authentic! wonderful post, Ada! hugs
It sounds like a heartbreaking story Ada! I always teared up whenever animals are involved in movies and especially if they ended up dying. Hope you are having an amazing weekend! xoxoxoo
just discovered you through Cup of Jo…nice site!
Ada, what a beautiful story – we all find love in different places – it is what we need to survive – thank you so much for your comment on my blog this weekend it meant a lot x
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Oh this sounds so amazing! Thanks for sharing this tip Ada! Hope you had a lovely weekend
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