La Strada

La Strada

19541hr 55min
critics rating 98%98%
audience rating 93%93%

Step right up and witness the mesmerizing tale of "La Strada." This classic film takes you on a journey through the enchanting Italian countryside, where the delicate Gelsomina finds herself entwined in a tumultuous relationship with the brutish circus strongman, Zampanò. As their unconventional partnership unfolds under the big top, a captivating dynamic emerges between the characters, filled with raw emotion and unexpected twists.

Amidst the backdrop of circus performances and scenic landscapes, the story delves deep into themes of loyalty, abuse, and the search for freedom. Gelsomina's inner turmoil and Zampanò's struggle with his own emotions create a gripping narrative that will tug at your heartstrings. With the arrival of Il Matto, the carefree circus fool who ignites a spark in Gelsomina, the tension escalates, leading to a poignant climax that will leave you pondering the complexities of human relationships. "La Strada" is not just a film—it's an emotional rollercoaster that will stay with you long after the curtains close.

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Cast

Richard Basehart

Il 'Matto'

Richard Basehart

Goffredo Unger

Man Restraining Zampano from Attacking (uncredited)

Goffredo Unger

Pietro Ceccarelli

Innkeeper (uncredited)

Pietro Ceccarelli

Anthony Quinn

Zampanò

Anthony Quinn

Mario Passante

Waiter (uncredited)

Mario Passante

Giulietta Masina

Gelsomina

Giulietta Masina

Aldo Silvani

Il Signor Giraffa

Aldo Silvani

Nazzareno Zamperla

Man Restraining Zampano from Attacking (uncredited)

Nazzareno Zamperla

Gustavo Giorgi

(uncredited)

Gustavo Giorgi

Giovanna Galli

Prostitute at the Inn (uncredited)

Giovanna Galli

Marcella Rovere

La Vedova

Marcella Rovere

Livia Venturini

La Suorina

Livia Venturini

Yami Kamadeva

Prostitute (uncredited)

Yami Kamadeva

Alexandre Trannoy

Juggler (uncredited)

Alexandre Trannoy

Anna Primula

Gelsomina's Mother (uncredited)

Anna Primula