Nights of Cabiria
Nights of Cabiria

Nights of Cabiria

1957
Movie
110 min
Italian

Rome, 1957. A woman, Cabiria, is robbed and left to drown by her boyfriend, Giorgio. Rescued, she resumes her life and tries her best to find happiness in a cynical world. Even when she thinks her struggles are over and she has found happiness and contentment, things may not be what they seem.

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IMDb8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes100%
Google Users95%
Director: Federico FelliniGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Cabiria, a naive and perpetually optimistic prostitute in Rome, dreams of finding true love and escaping her profession. Despite numerous betrayals and heartbreaks, she clings to her hopeful spirit. Her life takes a turn when she meets Oscar, a charming man who seems to offer her the escape she desires, but she soon faces another painful disillusionment.

Critical Reception

Nights of Cabiria was critically acclaimed upon its release, lauded for its poignant portrayal of a resilient prostitute and Federico Fellini's masterful direction. Giulietta Masina's performance was particularly praised for its emotional depth and nuanced portrayal of hope amidst despair. The film is considered a masterpiece of Italian Neorealism and a significant work in Fellini's filmography.

What Reviewers Say

  • A profoundly moving and ultimately hopeful depiction of human resilience.
  • Giulietta Masina delivers a career-defining performance as the enduring Cabiria.
  • Federico Fellini's masterful direction captures the essence of Roman street life with both grit and grace.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praise the film for its emotional impact, the unforgettable performance by Giulietta Masina, and its powerful, enduring message of hope.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, and received a nomination for Best Original Screenplay. Won Best Actress (Giulietta Masina) at the Cannes Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Federico Fellini originally intended the lead role for Sophia Loren, but ultimately decided that his wife, Giulietta Masina, was the only actress who could truly embody the character's unique blend of vulnerability and inner strength.

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This is a superb vehicle for a very much on-form Giulietta Masina in the title role. She is a lady of the night whom we see, right at the start, being shoved into the river by her robber boyfriend and left to drown. Rescued thanks to an ale...