Review of Umberto D. (1952) by Darryl J — 03 Nov 2008
I had totally forgot that Vittorio De Sica also directed "The Bicycle Thieves". I was gonna write in my review that this should be a double bill with "The Bicycle Thieves". They're both such simplistic films that pack an emotional wallop.
I had read the description on what the movie was about and had prepared myself for a depressing film. It was anything but! Vittorio honestly depicts the dwindling economy in Rome and how it affects the people in it but he makes it more of a light affair so by the time you get to the more dramatic parts you are fully entrenched in these characters lives.
Carlo Battisti was perfect. I was surprised to learn he wasn't really a professional actor. His relationship with his lovable dog,Flike,is one of the most touching relationships put on film. Seriously.
The last ten minutes of this made me extremely sad then almost euphorically happy.
This review of Umberto D. (1952) was written by Darryl J on 03 Nov 2008.
Umberto D. has generally received very positive reviews.
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