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In 1948, Vittorio De Sica's "Bicycle Thieves," a great movie, was released.

One of the most


significant contributions to Italian neorealism is frequently cited as the post-World War II cinema
movement. Neo Realistic movies often have an uncomplicated visual aesthetic that avoids
expensive sets and costumes in favor of simplicity. As a result, "Bicycle Thieves" prefers to
concentrate on the character and how they interact with their surroundings over employing
ornate production features. Italian neorealism is distinguished by the employment of amateur
actors in prominent roles. That decision enhanced the sense of reality that Neorealism aimed for
and enhanced the film's authenticity.

Italian neorealism was characterized by a concentration on realistic and genuine depictions of


regular people's daily lives. "Bicycle Thieves" embodies this facet of the movement. In the film,
a working-class guy named Antonio Ricci is followed as he searches in vain for his stolen
bicycle, which he needs to get to work. The movie is set in Rome after World War II, and it
portrays the working class's struggle, both of which show the movement's commitment. Italian
neorealist movies frequently employed location shooting rather than studio production to depict
the actual streets and communities where the narrative were set. The "Bicycle Thieves" used a lot
of actual locations from Rome's post-World War II history to give viewers a clear image of the
city's setting and its residents' struggles. The movie "Bicycle Thieves" focuses on the
protagonists' ethical conundrums as well as concerns with unemployment and poverty. This
movie emphasizes the difficult economic circumstances at the time and the people's despair,
which is in line with the notion of Italian neorealism and the movement's goal in drawing
awareness to social problems.

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