Overview

A wealthy, self-absorbed Rome socialite is racked by guilt over the death of her young son. As a way of dealing with her grief and finding meaning in her life, she decides to devote her time and money to the city’s poor and sick. Her newfound, single-minded activism leads to conflicts with her husband and questions about her sanity.

Cast

Ingrid Bergman

Irene Girard

Alexander Knox

George Girard

Ettore Giannini

Andrea Casatti

Giulietta Masina

Passerotto

Teresa Pellati

Ines

Marcella Rovena

Mrs. Puglisi

N/A

Tina Perna

Cesira

N/A

Sandro Franchina

Michele Girard

Maria Zanoli

Mrs. Galli

N/A

Silvana Veronese

William Tubbs

Professor Alessandrini

Alberto Plebani

Mr. Puglisi