Movie Night Featuring The Bicycle Thief (Bicycle Thieves)

Unemployed Antonio Ricci (Lamberto Maggiorani) is elated when he finally finds work hanging posters around war-torn Rome. His wife, Maria (Lianella Carell), sells the family's bed linens to retrieve Antonio's bicycle from the pawnshop so he can take the job. However, disaster strikes when Antonio's bicycle is stolen, and his new job is doomed unless he can find the thief. With the help of his lively son, Bruno (Enzo Staiola), Antonio combs the city, growing increasingly desperate for justice.  Check out the trailer at Bicycle Thieves (Ladri di biciclette) (The Bicycle Thief) (1949) - Rotten Tomatoes

Please note this is in Italian with English subtitles.  This movie has received a rating of 98% on Rotten Tomatoes and some say it is the greatest movie of all time.  We will watch the movie on our own computers (it is available for free on YouTube at The Bicycle Thief | 1949 | Full movie with English subtitles - YouTube) and afterwards have a discussion.  The discussion will start at 8:30 pm on Google Meet.  The Link to Google Meet will be sent out via email before the event, so please include your email address when registering.  If you have any questions, please reach out to Lora Flanagan, weekendtrips@tbn.ca