Nights of Cabiria (1957) – Filming Locations
Drama / Comedy · Directed by Federico Fellini · Starring François Périer, Giulietta Masina
Rome, 1957. A woman, Cabiria, is robbed and left to drown by her boyfriend, Giorgio. Rescued, she resumes her life and tries her best to find happiness in a cynical world. Even when she thinks her struggles are over and she has found happiness and contentment, things may not be what they seem.
Where was Nights of Cabiria filmed?
- Rome, Italy, Rome – Cabiria encounters wealthy men and experiences the glamorous nightlife of Rome's elite district. The famous street represents the sophisticated world Cabiria aspires to, filmed on location to capture authentic Roman society and contrast with her humble existence
- Rome, Italy, Rome – Cabiria and a young man visit the iconic fountain at night, a moment of romantic hope. Rome's most famous landmark serves as a setting for Cabiria's fleeting romantic encounter, symbolizing her dreams and the magical possibilities of the city
- Rome, Italy, Rome – Cabiria works at a waterfront club where she solicits customers and witnesses the darker side of Rome's nightlife. The riverside location emphasizes Cabiria's marginalized position in Roman society and provides atmospheric contrast between the city's beauty and her harsh reality
- Rome, Italy, Rome – Cabiria's home and the everyday streets where she interacts with neighbors and reflects on her life. Fellini filmed extensively in Rome's outlying neighborhoods to authentically portray Cabiria's humble living conditions and the social divide within the city
- Rome, Italy, Rome – Cabiria walks through this picturesque area as part of her nighttime wanderings through Rome. The elegant monument provides another contrast point between Rome's artistic beauty and Cabiria's struggles, reinforcing the city's emotional landscape