The Children are watching (1943)

Beautifully done, powerful movie, with a simple 80 minute story. We follow a 4 y/o boy as he deals with separated parents and his mother's love affair with another man.. Well acted, especially by the child. Too bad, it was so sad. There are also fascinating views of 1940s Italy. De Sica is hit or miss with me, but this is a winner. Not as good as Bicycle Thief, or Umberto D but among his best. Rating ****