About We the Living
Set in the chaotic aftermath of the Russian revolution, We the Living is the story of a young woman who courageously defies a brutal regime. It is an extraordinary tale of romance and betrayal and, at its core, a fierce and impassioned outcry for the right of each human being to live free.
"FOUR STARS. Everything you would expect and want from an
adaptation of a Rand novel: fierce in its message of rugged
individualism, yet compelling in its drama."--Cincinnati Enquirer
adaptation of a Rand novel: fierce in its message of rugged
individualism, yet compelling in its drama."--Cincinnati Enquirer
Based on the novel by Ayn Rand, We the Living stars Alida Valli (as Kira), Rossano Brazzi (as Leo), and Fosco Giachetti (as Andrei). Alida Valli's luminous portrayal of a sexually independent heroine was both daring and groundbreaking for its time.
Originally produced in 1942 as two films, "Noi Vivi" and "Addio Kira", filming took place on the sound stages of the legendary Cinecitta studios in Rome, Italy. Directed by Goffredo Allesandrini.
Many years later it was restored using the original film negatives under the personal supervision on Ayn Rand and released by Duncan Scott Productions in 1986 as "We the Living". Black & White. In Italian with English subtitles. Running time 2 hr, 54 min.
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Originally produced in 1942 as two films, "Noi Vivi" and "Addio Kira", filming took place on the sound stages of the legendary Cinecitta studios in Rome, Italy. Directed by Goffredo Allesandrini.
Many years later it was restored using the original film negatives under the personal supervision on Ayn Rand and released by Duncan Scott Productions in 1986 as "We the Living". Black & White. In Italian with English subtitles. Running time 2 hr, 54 min.
Learn More:
Production History Synopsis Cast & Crew Gallery
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The new, special edition 2-disc DVD set is now just $9.95 (USA shipping only). Disc One has the full 2 hour and 52 minute authorized film, restored under the personal supervision of Ayn Rand. Disc Two has Bonus Features including over 45 minutes of deleted scenes and an all-new 35 minute making-of documentary vividly telling the amazing story of how this film classic was made.
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