La terra trema [Blu-ray]

Experience a masterpiece of Italian neorealism with Luchino Visconti's La terra trema. Set in the Sicilian fishing village of Aci Trezza, this powerful film follows the Valastro family as they strive for a better life amidst the struggles of post-World War II rural existence. Eldest son Ntoni's attempt to fish independently, backed by a bank loan, initially brings hope but is ultimately challenged by a devastating shipwreck, forcing the family to confront their fate.

Originally conceived as Communist Party propaganda, Visconti masterfully employed the real villagers of Aci Trezza as his cast, crafting a compelling docu-fictional melodrama. Nominated for the Golden Lion at the 1948 Venice Film Festival, La terra trema is celebrated as one of the finest examples of its genre.

Key Features:

• 2K restoration of the film by Cineteca Nazionale
• Uncompressed mono PCM audio
• Newly improved English subtitle translation
• Features newly commissioned artwork by Time Tomorrow

Special Features:

• New interview with critic Christina Newland
• Interview with Italian politician and journalist Pietro Ingrao
• Interview with assistant director Francesco Rosi
• Interview with Turi Vasile
• Trailer

Specifications:

• Director: Luchino Visconti
• Actors: Amilcare Pettinelli, Francesco Valastro, Salvatore Valastro, Salvatore Vicari
• Language: Italian, English
• Subtitles: Not specified
• Run Time: 2 hours and 40 minutes
• Rating: Universal, suitable for all
• Format: Blu-ray
• Release Date: 2026-09-14

This Blu-ray edition from Radiance Films offers a stunning presentation of a landmark film, making it an essential addition for cinephiles and fans of Italian cinema.