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Movie · 1949 · 109 min

Bitter Rice (1949)

Original title: Riso amaro

“An earthy drama of human passions among women rice workers in the Po Valley.”

7.5/10 · 236 votes
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Bitter Rice is a 1949 movie (Drama and Crime). Bitter Rice was directed by Giuseppe De Santis. Bitter Rice runs 109 minutes. It has an average rating of 7.5/10 from 236 viewers. In United States, you can watch Bitter Rice on Criterion Channel.

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Plot

Francesca and Walter are two-bit criminals in Northern Italy, and, in an effort to avoid the police, Francesca joins a group of women rice workers. She meets the voluptuous peasant rice worker, Silvana, and the soon-to-be-discharged soldier, Marco. Walter follows her to the rice fields, and the four characters become involved in a complex plot involving robbery, love, and murder.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Bitter Rice?

In United States, you can watch Bitter Rice on Criterion Channel.

Who stars in Bitter Rice?

The main cast of Bitter Rice includes Doris Dowling, Silvana Mangano, Vittorio Gassman, Raf Vallone and Checco Rissone.

Who directed Bitter Rice?

Bitter Rice was directed by Giuseppe De Santis.

When was Bitter Rice released?

Bitter Rice was released on September 30, 1949.

How long is Bitter Rice?

Bitter Rice runs 109 minutes.

Is Bitter Rice worth watching?

Bitter Rice has an average rating of 7.5/10 from 236 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked Bitter Rice?

If you enjoyed Bitter Rice, try The Day of the Owl, Wanda, Piranhas and Above the Rim.

Is Bitter Rice on Criterion Channel?

Yes. In United States, Bitter Rice is available on Criterion Channel.

Is Bitter Rice on Filmin?

Not in United States right now. Bitter Rice is on Filmin in: Spain.

Is Bitter Rice on Molotov TV?

Not in United States right now. Bitter Rice is on Molotov TV in: France.

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Updated: October 25, 2026 ·