Alberto Moravia, born Alberto Pincherle, was a prominent Italian novelist, journalist, playwright, essayist and film critic. His works explore the themes of modern sexuality, social alienation and existentialism.
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Widow Cesira and her daughter Rosetta flee bombed Rome to their native Ciociaria, where they experience hunger, fear and misery. Liberation brings tragedy: Rosetta is raped by Moroccan soldiers, destroying their faith in God and people.
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