Italian neorealism
Subtitle: rebuilding the cinematic city
By: Mark Shiel.
Series: Short cuts series -- 31.; Short cuts (London, England) -- 31.
Publisher: Wallflower Press
Published: 2006
Place of publication: London; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 142
ISBN-13: 9781904764489
Subjects: Motion pictures -- Italy -- History; Realism in motion pictures
Description: "This book is an invaluable introduction to one of the most influential of film movements. Exploring the origins and evolution of Neorealism, particularly the effects of the Second World War, as well as its politics and style, this volume examines the portrayal of the city and the legacy of filmmakers such as Robet Rossellini, Vittorio De Sica and Luchina Visconti. Films studied include Rome, Open City (1945), Bicycle Thieves (1948), Journey to Italy (1953) and The Nights of Cabiria (1957)."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 128-138) and index.