Mamma Roma
Originally released in 1962. Mamma Roma is a drama film. directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini.
Starring Anna Magnani, Ettore Garofolo, and Franco Citti
Synopsis
After years spent working as a prostitute in her Italian village, middle-aged Mamma Roma has saved enough money to buy herself a fruit stand so that she can have a respectable middle-class life and reestablish contact with the 16-year-old son she abandoned when he was an infant. But her former pimp threatens to expose her sordid past, and her troubled son seems destined to fall into a life of crime and violence.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 22, 1962
63 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
7.9/10
Great (429 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Arco Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mamma Roma about?
After years spent working as a prostitute in her Italian village, middle-aged Mamma Roma has saved enough money to buy herself a fruit stand so that she can have a respectable middle-class life and...
Who directed Mamma Roma?
Mamma Roma was directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini.
How long is Mamma Roma?
Mamma Roma has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was Mamma Roma released?
Mamma Roma was released on September 22, 1962 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mamma Roma?
The main cast of Mamma Roma includes Anna Magnani, Ettore Garofolo, Franco Citti, Silvana Corsini, Luisa Loiano.
Is Mamma Roma worth watching?
Mamma Roma has a user rating of 7.9/10 based on 429 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.