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Accattone!

A struggling pimp's world crumbles when his only means of income, a prostitute, is incarcerated, leaving him desperate to turn his life around.

In Rome's seedy underbelly, Vittorio Cataldi, known as "Accattone," earns a living through prostitution, with Maddalena as his only girl. Despite being married to Ascenza with a young son, Iaio, he leads a separate life, neglecting his family's well-being. His income is threatened when Maddalena is injured, arrested, and jailed for a year. As Iaio's presence prompts Accattone to reevaluate his life, he meets Stella, a young woman with a troubled past, and falls in love with her. However, his desire to work a steady job fades, and he considers pimping for Stella. As their relationship deepens, Accattone's past may catch up with him.

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Info about Accattone!

Studio(s): Cino del Duca, Arco Film

Originally Released: United States, Sep 25, 1961

Production Country: Italy

Genres:Drama