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Vivere
War and love. tears and laughter, the worst and the best that can happen to someone - in brief, life, in Rome, ruled by the Nazis, in 1943. The man in question is called Vittorio, Vittorio De Sica. Easy to speak well of him now, but then he was just a 'comedian', an actor without future, protégé of no-one: someone who could count only on himself and his own imagination. And, one day, a German patrol turns up on the movie set where he is working. They are looking for him, find him and take him away, to their commander who wants a word with him. Goebbels in person has written to him, sending him a request which is an order. De Sica is trapped, but...
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Plot Summary
Vivere tells the story of Jenny, a young woman living in Berlin who struggles with her past and present. After her release from prison, she attempts to rebuild her life, but finds herself drawn back into a dangerous world. The film explores themes of freedom, confinement, and the search for identity.
Critical Reception
Vivere received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Franka Potente's performance and the film's atmospheric portrayal of Berlin. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the pacing uneven.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its strong lead performance.
Noted for its gritty and authentic depiction of urban life.
Some critics found the narrative lacking in originality.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but where available, it tends to reflect a divided opinion, with some appreciating the film's raw intensity and others finding it to be somewhat slow.
Fun Fact
Franka Potente, who plays the lead role, famously starred in the international hit film 'Run Lola Run' just a few years prior to 'Vivere'.
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