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Europe '51
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Title: Europe '51

Release Date: 4 Dec 1952

Runtime: 1h 58m

Genre: Drama

Director: Ponti-De Laurentiis Cinematografica, Lux Film

Production Companies: Ponti-De Laurentiis Cinematografica, Lux Film

Overview: A wealthy, self-absorbed Rome socialite is racked by guilt over the death of her young son. As a way of dealing with her grief and finding meaning in her life, she decides to devote her time and money to the city’s poor and sick. Her newfound, single-minded activism leads to conflicts with her husband and questions about her sanity.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.4 (136 votes)

Cast

  • Irene Girard: Ingrid Bergman
  • George Girard: Alexander Knox
  • Andrea Casatti: Ettore Giannini
  • Ines: Teresa Pellati
  • Passerotto: Giulietta Masina
  • Mrs. Puglisi: Marcella Rovena
  • Cesira: Tina Perna
  • Michele Girard: Sandro Franchina
  • Judge: Giancarlo Vigorelli
  • Mrs. Galli: Maria Zanoli
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