Rome: Free City (1946) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Rome: Free City (1946) — In a post-war Rome (1946) a cat burglar inadvertently saves the life of a would-be…
Rome: Free City (1946) Storyline
In a post-war Rome (1946) a cat burglar inadvertently saves the life of a would-be suicide man who returns from the war to find that he has been betrayed by his fiancée while fighting in the war. From that moment the thief takes the ex-soldier under his wing. They leave house together for a night full of misadventures. In a streets of Rome they meet the struggling typist who can’t pay her rent and opts to street life; a wandering amnesiac who lost his memory and keeps asking everyone “Do you recognize me?”. Thieves, gamblers, hookers, policemen, soldiers and endless chain of cigarette-smoking and alcohol/espresso-drinking.
Full Cast & Crew
- Valentina Cortese as La ragazza
- Andrea Checchi as Il giovane
- Nando Bruno as Il ladro
- Marisa Merlini as Mara
- Gar Moore as Lo statunitense
- Vittorio De Sica as Il signore distinto
- Manlio Busoni as Il falsario
- Fedele Gentile as Il ricettatore
- Francesco Grandjacquet as Il padrone della bisca
- Rossano Licari
- Ave Ninchi as L'affittacamere
- Ennio Flaiano as Il questorino (uncredited)
- Camillo Mastrocinque as Il signore con l'auto (uncredited)
Why Watch Rome: Free City?
The Vibe: Rome: Free City is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie from 1946. Directed by Marcello Pagliero, and starring Valentina Cortese, Andrea Checchi, Nando Bruno In a post-war Rome (1946) a cat burglar inadvertently saves the life of a would-be suicide man who returns from the war to find that he has been betrayed by his fiancée while fighting in the war.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 4.9/10, Rome: Free City retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Time Investment: At a brisk 1h 21m, it's a tight, efficient movie that respects your time while delivering maximum impact.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies, Rome: Free City deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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