Vittorio De Sica (1901–74) was an Italian film director, actor, and screenwriter, regarded as a pioneer of Italian Neorealism. His films depicted ordinary people’s struggles with emotional depth and social realism, earning international acclaim.
Born in Sora, Italy, he began acting in the 1920s, gaining popularity in romantic comedies. His shift to directing in the 1940s marked a turning point in cinema. His early works, Teresa Venerdì (1941) and The Children Are Watching Us (1944,) established his Neorealist style.
His most celebrated films include Shoeshine (1946,) winner of an Honorary Academy Award; Bicycle Thieves (1948,) considered one of cinema’s greatest films; Miracle in Milan (1951;) and Umberto D. (1952,) a poignant portrayal of poverty and dignity. Later, he directed Two Women (1960,) which earned Sophia Loren an Academy Award; The Garden of the Finzi-Continis (1970,) winner of the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film; and Marriage Italian Style (1964.)
De Sica authored The Bicycle Thief: A Film (1968) and co-wrote Miracle in Milan (1969) with Cesare Zavattini.
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Moral indignation in most cases is, 2% moral, 48% indignation, and 50% envy.
—Vittorio De Sica
Topics: Morals, Morality
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