Bicycle Thieves

1948 · Directed by Vittorio De Sica · 90 min · drama film, art film

★ 8.2/10 · 2,752 ratings on TMDB

Unemployed Antonio is elated when he finally finds work hanging posters around war-torn Rome. However on his first day, his bicycle—essential to his work—gets stolen. His job is doomed unless he can find the thief. With the help of his son, Antonio combs the city, becoming desperate for justice.