A film of contrasts: a workingman’s family living today against the magnificent background of Venice’s past. Tony Biasi and one of his sons repair the big diesel boats that transport passengers on the canals. Sergio, another son of school age, enjoys the everyday life of a Venetian boy, helping a friend transport vegetables, rowing on the canals, and helping with family chores.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
008260
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Italy - Description and travel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Italy - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Travel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Venice (Italy)
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Working class in motion pictures
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)