neorealism

Pioneer of Italian neorealism who captured the struggles of ordinary people in post-war Italy through films like 'Bicycle Thieves' and 'Umberto D.'

Co-founder of neorealism who documented the harsh realities of war and poverty with documentary-like authenticity in 'Rome, Open City' and 'Paisan.'

Master of neorealist cinema who explored social inequality and human dignity through intimate portrayals of working-class life in 'La Terra Trema' and 'Rocco and His Brothers.'