Ricorda con rabbia
Ricorda con rabbia

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Ricorda con rabbia

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Italian

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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Director: Tony RichardsonGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Jimmy Porter, a working-class man, is trapped in a mundane life with his wife, Alison. He expresses his frustration and anger through bitter tirades and a sense of injustice. Their volatile relationship is further complicated by Alison's pregnancy and the arrival of her upper-class mother and sister, leading to a dramatic exploration of class, social discontent, and personal betrayal.

Critical Reception

The film adaptation of John Osborne's seminal play was met with critical acclaim for its raw portrayal of post-war British society and its powerful performances. While some found its bleakness challenging, critics widely praised its unflinching honesty and its contribution to the 'Angry Young Men' movement in cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its powerful and searing performances, particularly from Richard Burton.

  • Celebrated for its honest and unflinching depiction of working-class angst and marital strife.

  • Considered a landmark in British cinema for its realistic portrayal of social discontent.

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Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival and Richard Burton received a BAFTA Award nomination for Best Actor.

Fun Fact

The film is a direct adaptation of John Osborne's groundbreaking 1956 play, which itself was a hugely influential work in post-war British theatre, often credited with ushering in a new era of realism and social commentary.

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