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The Earth Trembles

The Earth Trembles (1948)8.2 /10

Not Rated (US) · Italy · Sicilian, Italian · 160 min · 1957 · More  
Directed by:  Luchino Visconti

Storyline:  Directed by Luchino Visconti, delves into the struggles of Sicilian fishermen in Aci Trezza. The Valastro family seeks independence from exploitative wholesalers, buying their own boat. Initially hopeful, they face harsh realities—storms damage their boat, leading to despair. Visconti's style, with long takes and a solemn mood, captures their plight in this winner of the 1948 Venice International Film Festival.

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