La Strada (1956)
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Storyline
When Gelsomina, a naïve young woman, is purchased from her impoverished mother by brutish circus strongman Zampanò to be his wife and partner, she loyally endures her husband's coldness and abuse as they travel the Italian countryside performing together. Soon Zampanò must deal with his jealousy and conflicted feelings about Gelsomina when she finds a kindred spirit in Il Matto, the carefree circus fool, and contemplates leaving Zampanò.
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Movie Details
| Original title | La strada |
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| Release date | Jul 16, 1956 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | dying and death, road trip, sadness, revenge, prison, single, circus, rage and hate, unsociability, wave, in love with enemy, authority |
FAQ
What is La Strada about?
When Gelsomina, a naïve young woman, is purchased from her impoverished mother by brutish circus strongman Zampanò to be his wife and partner, she loyally endures her husband's coldness and abuse as they travel the Italian countryside performing together. Soon Zampanò must deal with his jealousy and conflicted feelings about Gelsomina when she finds a kindred spirit in Il Matto, the carefree circus fool, and contemplates leaving Zampanò.
When was La Strada released?
La Strada was released on Jul 16, 1956 (status: Released).
Who directed La Strada?
Federico Fellini directed La Strada.
What is the TMDB rating of La Strada?
La Strada has a TMDB rating of 7.9/10 from 1,201 votes.