Comparison of growing up stories in neorealistic italian films
Growing up stories of Bruno’s ,Viridiana’s and Gelsomina’s In all of the three films( Bicycle thieves, Viridiana, La Strada) the development of the characters throughout the films is an essential part. First I would like to talk about the development of Bruno, Antonio’s son in ’’ Bicycle thieves’’ and his way to growing up. In the beginning he looks up to his father. ... At this point they are equal , Bruno is growing up. ... Bruno’s feelings changed from childish adoration to a grown-up love in one day. He had to grow up in one day. ... She gives up her principles , because she realizes that people cannot be changed. ... The thorncrown burning in the end is a metaphor for Viridiana giving up her principles.