''The Earth Trembles'', Italian movie 1948 is a mixed media by Movie World Posters which was uploaded on May 30th, 2021.
''The Earth Trembles'', Italian movie 1948
A vintage movie poster of the Italian film, ''The Earth Trembles'', (original title: La Terra Trema) is an Italian film released in 1948. Directed by... more
Title
''The Earth Trembles'', Italian movie 1948
Artist
Movie World Posters
Medium
Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Posters
Description
A vintage movie poster of the Italian film, ''The Earth Trembles'', (original title: "La Terra Trema") is an Italian film released in 1948. Directed by Luchino Visconti, it is a notable example of Italian neorealism, a cinematic movement that aimed to depict the everyday lives of ordinary people with a focus on social issues and authenticity.
The film is set in a small fishing village in Sicily and focuses on the hardships and struggles of the local fishermen. The main narrative revolves around a young fisherman, 'Ntoni Valastro, who dreams of breaking free from the exploitation of wholesalers and setting up his own business. This ambition leads him to mortgage his house to buy a fishing boat. However, his efforts to bypass the traditional market system and gain independence are met with harsh realities and challenges, eventually leading to tragedy for him and his family.
One of the key aspects of "The Earth Trembles" is its use of non-professional actors – actual fishermen and villagers from the region – to add a layer of authenticity to the story. Visconti's approach to filmmaking in this instance was deeply influenced by his commitment to realism and his desire to accurately represent the lives of the working class.
The film's title reflects the precarious existence of the fishermen, whose lives are at the mercy of the sea (the 'trembling earth'). It's a powerful metaphor for the instability and uncertainty faced by the impoverished working class. The movie is also known for its stunning cinematography, capturing the harsh yet beautiful Sicilian landscape and seascape, which adds a poignant backdrop to the story.
"The Earth Trembles" was acclaimed for its unflinching portrayal of poverty and exploitation. While it did not achieve commercial success upon its initial release, it has since been recognized as a masterpiece of Italian cinema and a crucial work in the neorealism movement. The film's influence can be seen in the way it combines social commentary with a deep humanism, a characteristic that would come to define much of Visconti's work and Italian neorealism as a whole.
Uploaded
May 30th, 2021
More from Movie World Posters
Comments
There are no comments for ''The Earth Trembles'', Italian movie 1948. Click here to post the first comment.