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Umberto D. (1952)

7.919521h 31mIT
Drama

Directed by Vittorio De Sica

Rating

7.9/10

Runtime

1h 31m

Language

IT

Release

January 20, 1952

Director

Vittorio De Sica

Official Trailer

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Overview

When elderly pensioner Umberto Domenico Ferrari returns to his boarding house from a protest calling for a hike in old-age pensions, his landlady demands her 15,000-lire rent by the end of the month or he and his small dog will be turned out onto the street. Unable to get the money in time, Umberto ...

Cast

Carlo Battisti

Carlo Battisti

Umberto Domenico Ferrari

Napoleone the Dog

Napoleone the Dog

Flike

Maria Pia Casilio

Maria Pia Casilio

Maria

Lina Gennari

Lina Gennari

Antonia Belloni

Elena Rea

Elena Rea

The Nun at the Hospital

Memmo Carotenuto

Memmo Carotenuto

The Patient at the Hospital

Ileana Simova

Ileana Simova

The Woman in Umberto's Room

Lamberto Maggiorani

Lamberto Maggiorani

(uncredited)

Pasquale Campagnola

Pasquale Campagnola

(uncredited)

Riccardo Ferri

Riccardo Ferri

(uncredited)

Alberto Albani Barbieri

Alberto Albani Barbieri

Antonia's Friend (uncredited)

De Silva

De Silva

Battistini (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Umberto D. (1952), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When elderly pensioner Umberto Domenico Ferrari returns to his boarding house from a protest calling for a hike in old-age pensions, his landlady demands her 15,000-lire rent by the end of the month or he and his small dog will be turned out onto the street. Unable to get the money in time, Umberto fakes illness to get sent to a hospital, giving his beloved dog to the landlady's pregnant and abandoned maid for temporary safekeeping.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Umberto D.. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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