Plot — What is Giovanna about?
This short is set in the early 1950s in a small textile factory in central Italy (Prato). Giovanna and her fellow female workers decide to enact a protest against the direction of the factory's dismissal plan, by occupying the factory and continuing to work until the proprietor cancels the dismissals. None of these women can really afford to lose their jobs, as it is the only income in the family. All workers receive moral and material support from their families, apart from Giovanna, who bravely endures her husband's disapproval. Almost all the women hold out for thirty-five days in spite of the proprietor's attempts to break their resistance. At first he blocks the road to the factory, then he cuts off electric power to increase their isolation; finally, he tries to convince them to accept the dismissal of at least a smaller number of them. But the women overcome these obstacles, determined to resist...
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1955 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | IT |
| Runtime | 36 min |
| Audience Score | 70% (7.0/10, 2 votes) |
Giovanna — FAQ
Is Giovanna worth watching? Giovanna holds a 7.0/10 rating from 2 viewers. This short is set in the early 1950s in a small textile factory in central Italy (Prato). Giovanna and her fellow female workers decide to enact a protest against the direction of the factory's dismissal plan, by occupyi
Who directed Giovanna? Directed by Gillo Pontecorvo.
Who is in the cast of Giovanna? It stars Armida Gianassi, Carla Pozzi.
Where can I stream Giovanna? Streaming availability for Giovanna is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Giovanna release? It released in 1955.
