Mamma Roma

"Mamma Roma" centers on the life of a resilient middle-aged woman who has endured a challenging past in a small Italian village. Having spent years working as a prostitute, Mamma Roma, portrayed by Anna Magnani, has managed to save enough money to purchase a fruit stand. This purchase symbolizes her desire to shed her former life and embrace a respectable middle-class existence. Her journey is motivated by the hope of reconnecting with her sixteen-year-old son, Ettore, played by Ettore Garofolo, whom she abandoned as an infant.

As she seeks to rebuild her life and relationships, Mamma Roma's past begins to cast a shadow over her dreams. Her former pimp threatens to reveal the details of her sordid history, jeopardizing the fresh start she so desperately wants. This external pressure serves as a constant reminder of the societal judgments and difficulties she must face in order to move forward.

Meanwhile, Ettore, grappling with his own struggles, appears to be on a perilous path toward crime and violence. His troubled nature reflects the harsh realities that often accompany broken families and difficult upbringings. Together, Mamma Roma and Ettore navigate a complex web of redemption, forgiveness, and the longing for a better future amidst the challenging circumstances they find themselves in.

Main Cast of Mamma Roma

Crew of Mamma Roma