8.0IMDb9k votes
Directed by Vittorio De Sica
With Franco Interlenghi · Rinaldo Smordoni · Annielo Mele
the vibe
- 🌀 slow burn
- 🧠 intelligent
- 🎭 sad, cathartic
the story
Two shoeshine boys in postwar Rome dream of buying a horse but face harsh realities after being imprisoned.
the plot
contains spoilers
- two shoeshine boys save up money to buy a horse
- the boys get involved as dupes in a burglary
- the boys land in juvenile prison due to the burglary
- the experience in prison takes a devastating toll on their friendship
awards & recognition
- Oscar Nominee
- Nominated for 1 Oscar.
- 3 wins & 2 nominations total.
where to watch
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