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The Roof

The Roof (1956)7.9 /10

T (IT) · Italy, France · Italian · 91 min · May 12, 1959 · More  
Directed by:  Vittorio De Sica
Written by:  Cesare Zavattini

Storyline:  Newlyweds Natale and Luisa struggle to find housing among their crowded family. Desperate, they embark on a risky plan to build a home overnight on unused railway land. With the help of Natale's coworkers, they construct a dwelling just before dawn, but the roof remains unfinished. As eviction looms, a compassionate police officer intervenes, offering hope amidst their dire circumstances. But with a baby on the way, their future remains uncertain.

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