We couldn’t think of a better way to mark Italian Day on the Drive than with a film festival showcasing some of our favourite Italian films. Join us at the Rio Theatre on Sunday, June 8 for a full day of film screenings dedicated to a fantastic selection of classic films spanning decades and genres, including Vittorio De Sica’s THE BICYCLE THIEF (“Ladri di biciclette”), Federico Fellini’s LA DOLCE VITA and Luca Guadagnino’s CALL ME BY YOUR NAME. Single film tickets for all movies just $8!

In spite of Vittorio De Sica’s THE BICYCLE THIEF being, at its core, a simple story of a father and his young son searching for a stolen bicycle (vital to the father’s) job, the film is frequently cited as one of the best films ever made. De Sica opted to cast his film with amateurs, their honest performances as fresh and natural today as they were upon release in 1948.

“This gem tells the story of a frantic search bv a man and his son for a stolen bike which provided for the family’s existence. It is told with the usual Italian realism, but with unusual excitement.” (Associated Press)

“The work of screenwriter Cesare Zavattini, director Vittorio De Sica, the nonprofessional actors, and many others is so charged with a common purpose that there’s no point in even trying to separate their achievements.” (Chicago Reader)

Sunday, June 8
Doors 2:00 pm | Film 2:30 PM *Start time subject to chance. Please arrive on time. 

Italian Day pricing in effect, all tickets for all films today, JUST $8! Bellissimo!
Tickets HERE

THE BICYCLE THIEF “Ladri di biciclette” (Vittorio De Sica, 1948 / 93 mins / PG / In Italian with EST) Unemployed Antonio is elated when he finally finds work hanging posters around war-torn Rome. However on his first day, his bicycle—essential to his work—gets stolen. His job is doomed unless he can find the thief. With the help of his son, Antonio combs the city, becoming desperate for justice.

*Minors OK. Must be 19+ w/ID for bar service.
*Rio Theatre Groupons and passes OK for any single film only. Please redeem at the door.
*We recommend purchasing your tickets in advance at www.riotheatretickets.ca. If a screening or live event is not sold out, the remaining tickets will be available for purchase at the Rio Theatre’s Box Office prior to showtime (subject to availability).
*Our box office is typically open 30 minutes before showtime. All seating is General Admission; please arrive 20-30 minutes prior to showtime to ensure great seats, and time for treats at concession.
*If you are looking to redeem either a Rio Theatre gift certificate or Groupon to any regular Rio Theatre screening: You can either email us in advance and give us a “heads up,” or do it at the box office prior to showtime.

*All Rio Theatre tickets are final sale. No refunds or exchanges.