Ugly, Dirty and Bad (1976) — AI Story Visualization

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Plot Analysis Summary

A poor Roman family's descent into chaos over hidden insurance money

Story Structure — 5 Plot Phases

The Accident and Compensation

Secrecy and Suspicion

Resentment and Conspiracy

Deterioration and Hostility

Final Showdown

Giacinto lives with his wife, their ten children and various other family members in a shack on the hills of Rome. Some time ago he has lost his left eye while at work, and got a consistent sum of money from the insurance company, which he keeps hidden from the rest of the family. His whole life is now based on defending the money he sees as his own, while the rest of the family tries to kill him.

Directed by

Ettore Scola

Key Cast

Rating: 7.5/10 (344 votes)