Umberto D. Movie (1952): Where to watch and stream online

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You can stream Umberto D. on: The Criterion Channel and Apple TV Store

Umberto D.

1952, Movie, 1h 31min

This neorealist masterpiece by Vittorio De Sica follows an elderly pensioner as he strives to make ends meet during Italy’s postwar economic recovery. Alone except for his dog, Flike, Umberto struggles to maintain his dignity in a city where human kindness seems to have been swallowed up by the forces of modernization. His simple quest to satisfy his basic needs—food, shelter, companionship—makes for one of the most heartbreaking stories ever filmed, and an essential classic of world cinema

Country: Italy

Director:

Cast:

Alberto Albani Barbieri

Reviews

Kasper Løvborg

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Neorealism. Filming time as it is lived. Centering on an old guy and his dog. Boring, right? Wrong! This is touching and completely captivating. And if you agree and have yet to see De Sica's even better 'The Bicycle Thieves', you o...

5 years ago

Critic David Parkinson

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...eschewed sentimentality in exploring the everyday realities facing those on society's margins.

Read full review at Empire

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In post-war Italy, a retired government worker named Umberto D. struggles to survive on his meager pension. Faced with poverty and the threat of eviction, he finds solace in his loyal dog Flike. When he becomes ill and loses his home, Umberto must choose between his own life and the well-being of his beloved pet. Will he find a way to keep Flike safe, or will they both fall victim to the harsh realities of life on the streets?

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You can stream Umberto D. on: The Criterion Channel Apple TV Store