Bitter Rice

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Francesca and Walter are two-bit criminals in Northern Italy, and, in an effort to avoid the police, Francesca joins a group of women rice workers. She meets the voluptuous peasant rice worker, Silvana, and the soon-to-be-discharged soldier, Marco. Walter follows her to the rice fields, and the four characters become involved in a complex plot involving robbery, love, and murder.

Tagline

“An earthy drama of human passions among women rice workers in the Po Valley.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, Crime

Director

Giuseppe De Santis

Original Language

IT

What is Bitter Rice about?

Francesca and Walter are two-bit criminals in Northern Italy, and, in an effort to avoid the police, Francesca joins a group of women rice workers. She meets the voluptuous peasant rice worker, Silvana, and the soon-to-be-discharged soldier, Marco. Walter follows her to the rice fields, and the four characters become involved in a complex plot involving robbery, love, and murder.

Who directed Bitter Rice?

Bitter Rice was directed by Giuseppe De Santis.

When was Bitter Rice released?

Bitter Rice was released on September 30, 1949.

How long is Bitter Rice?

Bitter Rice has a runtime of 1h 49m.

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