The Bicycle Thief (Ladri di biciclette)

*The Bicycle Thief* (Ladri di biciclette) is a 1948 Italian film that follows Antonio, a man desperate for work in post-war Rome. When he finally gets a job that requires a bicycle, his bicycle is stolen on his first day. Antonio and his young son search the city, desperately trying to recover it, but their efforts highlight the struggles and injustices faced by ordinary people. The film explores themes of poverty, dignity, and hope, emphasizing the human toll of economic hardship and the moral dilemmas individuals face in harsh circumstances.