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La Strada
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La Strada

1954 · 115 min Drama
7.9 / 10 · TMDB

When Gelsomina, a naïve young woman, is purchased from her impoverished mother by brutish circus strongman Zampanò to be his wife and partner, she loyally endures her husband's coldness and abuse as they travel the Italian countryside performing together. Soon Zampanò must deal with his jealousy and conflicted feelings about Gelsomina when she finds a kindred spirit in Il Matto, the carefree circus fool, and contemplates leaving Zampanò.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

La Strada is a very strong film rated 7.9/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A classic from 1954. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Giulietta Masina

Giulietta Masina

Gelsomina

Anthony Quinn

Anthony Quinn

Zampanò

Richard Basehart

Richard Basehart

Il 'Matto'

Aldo Silvani

Aldo Silvani

Il Signor Giraffa

Marcella Rovere

Marcella Rovere

La Vedova

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Livia Venturini

La Suorina

Pietro Ceccarelli

Pietro Ceccarelli

Innkeeper (uncredited)

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Giovanna Galli

Prostitute at the Inn (uncredited)

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Gustavo Giorgi

(uncredited)

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Yami Kamadeva

Prostitute (uncredited)

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