Bitter Rice
"An earthy drama of human passions among women rice workers in the Po Valley."
Originally released in 1949. Bitter Rice is a drama/crime film. directed by Giuseppe De Santis.
Starring Doris Dowling, Silvana Mangano, and Vittorio Gassman
Synopsis
Francesca and Walter are two-bit criminals in Northern Italy, and, in an effort to avoid the police, Francesca joins a group of women rice workers. She meets the voluptuous peasant rice worker, Silvana, and the soon-to-be-discharged soldier, Marco. Walter follows her to the rice fields, and the four characters become involved in a complex plot involving robbery, love, and murder.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 30, 1949
76 years ago
Runtime
1h 49m
109 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (222 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Lux Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bitter Rice about?
Francesca and Walter are two-bit criminals in Northern Italy, and, in an effort to avoid the police, Francesca joins a group of women rice workers. She meets the voluptuous peasant rice worker, Sil...
Who directed Bitter Rice?
Bitter Rice was directed by Giuseppe De Santis.
How long is Bitter Rice?
Bitter Rice has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).
When was Bitter Rice released?
Bitter Rice was released on September 30, 1949 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bitter Rice?
The main cast of Bitter Rice includes Doris Dowling, Silvana Mangano, Vittorio Gassman, Raf Vallone, Checco Rissone.
Is Bitter Rice worth watching?
Bitter Rice has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 222 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.