Antonio Pietrangeli, The Director of Women

Discover the captivating world of Antonio Pietrangeli in "Antonio Pietrangeli, The Director of Women" by Emma Katherine Van Ness, published by Anthem Press in 2020. This insightful book delves into the films of Pietrangeli, a pivotal figure in the neorealism movement of postwar Italy, through a feminist lens. With a focus on the eight out of ten full-length films that prominently feature female protagonists, Van Ness highlights the significance of Pietrangeli's work in a time when women's stories were often overlooked in cinema. Spanning 270 pages, this hardback edition invites readers to appreciate the depth and complexity of female representation in Pietrangeli's films, making it a must-read for film enthusiasts and scholars alike. Explore how his groundbreaking approach continues to resonate today, and gain a deeper understanding of the evolution of women's roles in film history.