Italian Connection - Bicycle Thief and The Italian Job

The following movies will be discussed during the February 2010 meetings :
Saturday, 27th February 2010 : The Bicycle Thief (aka Bicycle Thieves)
Sunday, 28th February 2010: The Italian Job


The Bicycle Thief:
The Bicycle Thief (originally known as The Bicycle Thieves) is considered one of the all time classics of World cinema.. An absorbing film, the  story of a father and son and their adventures in search of their
stolen bicycle, it has appeal for people of all ages. . The film has been rated among the top 10 films of all time by different Film Institutes and Academies and is mandatory viewing and study at all film Institutes. It is a must watch for everyone.  
Duration (93 minutes) with English subtitles.

 

The Italian Job:

The Italian Job is a fast paced  film starring Michael Caine in one of the best performances of his career.
Charlie has just left prison, and now wants to do a 'big job'. The job is to steal $4m of gold arriving in Italy from China. Charlie's job needs financing, so he goes to Mr Bridger (a Mafia-type boss) who is in prison (Charlie has to break in !). In Italy, a clever plan is used to distract the authorities, while the raiders make their get-away in three Minis. This leads to an excellent car chase sequence through Italian streets, buildings, rivers, sewers, highways and rooftops which lasts for several minutes. 
Duration (96 minutes) with  English subtitles.