We Weren't Just Bicycle Thieves: Neorealism
Originally released in 2013. We Weren't Just Bicycle Thieves: Neorealism is a documentary film. directed by Gianni Bozzacchi. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bernardo Bertolucci, Gabriel García Márquez, and Vittorio Taviani
Synopsis
This short film tells the story of the most important cinema trend that Italy has ever produced - Neo Realism. Born after the Second World War, this veritable cultural revolution rapidly became a boundless source of inspiration for movie-makers throughout the entire world. Even today it influences those wanting to produce quality movies characterized and identified as Italian products able to be exported as well. It is precisely one of the masters of this unique current rich in different personalities who introduces the story - Carlo Lizzani - whose 'lesson' reconstructs the birth and development of Neorealism in Italy. It combined innovative movie techniques with a new view based on a 'true' interpretation of reality. Due to its high cultural value, this short film was given the highest reknown of the Presidency of the Republic of Italy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 1, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Triworld Italia
- Triworld Cinema
Frequently Asked Questions
What is We Weren't Just Bicycle Thieves: Neorealism about?
This short film tells the story of the most important cinema trend that Italy has ever produced - Neo Realism. Born after the Second World War, this veritable cultural revolution rapidly became a b...
Who directed We Weren't Just Bicycle Thieves: Neorealism?
We Weren't Just Bicycle Thieves: Neorealism was directed by Gianni Bozzacchi.
How long is We Weren't Just Bicycle Thieves: Neorealism?
We Weren't Just Bicycle Thieves: Neorealism has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was We Weren't Just Bicycle Thieves: Neorealism released?
We Weren't Just Bicycle Thieves: Neorealism was released on September 1, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in We Weren't Just Bicycle Thieves: Neorealism?
The main cast of We Weren't Just Bicycle Thieves: Neorealism includes Bernardo Bertolucci, Gabriel García Márquez, Vittorio Taviani, Paolo Taviani, Umberto Eco.