Overview
When peasant girl Nives is deserted by smuggler Gino Lodi, she betrays him to the police. Police officer Enzo Cinti, who loves Nives, traces her to the Po River cane-fields, where she is working as a cutter to support herself and an infant son, and warns her that Gino has escaped from prison and is seeking revenge. She rejects his offer to protect her. Gino finds Nives, mourning the drowning death of their son. He surrenders himself to the police and then walks at Nives' side in the funeral procession.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Woman of the River?
Woman of the River was directed by Mario Soldati.
Where was Woman of the River produced?
It was produced by companies including Ponti-De Laurentiis Cinematografica, Excelsa Film, Les Films du Centaure in France, Italy.
Woman of the River Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Woman of the River wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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