Bicycle Thieves (1948)

Name: Bicycle Thieves
Released: 1948

Unemployed Antonio is elated when he finally finds work hanging posters around war-torn Rome. However on his first day, his bicycle—essential to his work—gets stolen. His job is doomed unless he can find the thief. With the help of his son, Antonio combs the city, becoming desperate for justice.

Genres: Drama

What to watch after Bicycle Thieves

Rocco and His Brothers (1960) — Suso Cecchi d'Amico wrote for both
Umberto D. (1952) — Same subject: rome, italy, neo realism
Shoeshine (1946) — Same subject: rome, italy
Rome, Open City (1945) — Same feel: dramatic, painful
La Strada (1954)
I Vitelloni (1953) — Same subject: neo realism, italian neo realism