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# Ladri di biciclette

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### KURE Information Card: Ladri di biciclette (Film)

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| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Language(s) | Italian |
| Country(ies) | Italy |
| Screenwriter(s) | Vittorio De Sica,Cesare Zavattini |
| Duration | Approximately 89 minutes |
| Director(s) | Vittorio De Sica |
| Year of Production | 1948 |
| Original Title | Ladri di biciclette |
| Release Date(s)(Text) | November 24,1948 (Italy) |
| Genre | Drama,Neorealism |

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## Article Content

***Ladri di biciclette*&#32;**is a film directed by Vittorio De Sica and released in 1948. It is one of the important examples of the [Italian Neorealism](/en/detay/cinematography-de250/llms.txt) movement. The film depicts the economic hardships experienced in post-World War II Italy through the story of an unemployed man whose [bicycle](/en/detay/bisiklet-hirsizlari-film-f1a42/llms.txt) is stolen. The production was shot on real locations and reflects the social conditions of the period.

The film tells the story of unemployed Antonio Ricci, whose bicycle, needed for his new job, is stolen. Antonio depends on his bicycle to make a living, and he sets out with his young son Bruno to search for it in the streets of [Rome](/en/detay/roma-film-240a4/llms.txt). The film narrates the events during this search, illustrating both individual and societal situations.

### **Thematic Structure**

The film addresses themes of poverty, unemployment, and social injustice in the post-war era. Antonio’s search for the bicycle is connected not only to a material need but also to the concepts of livelihood and dignity. The film reflects the economic and social difficulties faced by the lower classes of society.

[YouTube Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lP-TVGL7d8g)
*Ladri di biciclette movie trailer(Youtube)*

### **Production and Aesthetic Features**

Bicycle Thieves carries the characteristics of Italian Neorealism; it was filmed on real locations, used amateur actors, and natural lighting. The camera movements are simple and natural, avoiding dramatic exaggeration. Director De Sica’s approach aims to present the characters and setting realistically.

### **Cast**

- Lamberto Maggiorani – Antonio Ricci
- Enzo Staiola – Bruno Ricci
- Lianella Carell – Maria Ricci
- Gina Bartoni – Teresa

### **Release and Impact**

The film helped Italian Neorealism gain international recognition and is regarded as a significant work in world cinema history. It received positive feedback from critics and audiences at the festivals where it was screened.

### **Awards and Nominations**

***Awards:***

- New York Film Critics Circle Award – Best Film (1949)
- BAFTA – Best Film (1950)
- Italy Film Critics Award (Nastro d’Argento) – Best Director (1949)
- Bodil Award – Best Foreign Film (1950)
- Cannes Film Festival Special Award (1949)

***Nominations:***

- Academy Awards – Best Original Screenplay (1949)

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## Academic Sources and References

1. IMDb. "Bicycle Thieves (1948) – Full Cast & Crew." IMDb. Accessed May 21, 2025. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0040522/MUBI. "Bicycle Thieves Awards." MUBI. Accessed May 21, 2025. https://mubi.com/tr/films/bicycle-thieves/awardsRotten Tomatoes Classic Trailers. "Bicycle Thieves (1948) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers." YouTube. Accessed May 21, 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2P4xo9kmPM

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