A landmark of Italian cinema and of neo-realism, Rossellini’s portrait of life under the Nazi Occupation remains remarkable for its sheer immediacy, tension, and emotional power. Made immediately after the liberation of Rome, the film follows Manfredi (Marcello Pagliero), a partisan leader, as he attempts to evade the Gestapo and enlists the help of Pina (Anna Magnani) and Don Pietro (Aldo Fabrizi), the local priest ready to complete acts of resistance.
The screening on Sun 16 June will be introduced by film critic and programmer Roberto Oggiano and followed by a discussion with the audience, as part of our film club, Finally Sunday. No booking is necessary (it’s free to attend), you just need to buy a ticket to the film.