A bit rough around the edges, and none of the actors (even Masina) are that remarkable, but it's got a lot of heart.

A strong debut for Fellini, a very charming film with compelling characters probably inspired from his own experiences, which makes it all a bit of a personal fantasy, a trait which will later be easily recognizable in Fellini's later films. What's a shame though is that there really isn't too much going on in the film, which makes it overall pretty forgettable; the love triangle was the most interesting aspect of the script and was barely developed.

A touching film, though not at the level of some of Fellini's other 50's and early 60's work. Giulietta Masina lights up the screen whenever she is present. The film lags a bit in the second half as she gets dumped for the younger woman. But overall, very enjoyable, with the joy and humor and brief moments of pathos one would expect from early Fellini.

Fellini's first film is simple, but charming. Warm and funny and bittersweet, and Fellini's love of performers (especially flawed ones) is on full display. It's not a very deep or rewarding film, but it's a lot of fun and Guiletta Masina is touching as always.

Score based on distant memory.

Fellini's first effort is muddled and less poignant than most of his output of the following decade, and goes a little overboard with the shouting, but it's already unmistakably a Fellini film: Colorful, bittersweet, down to earth and yet imaginative, and the themes are familiar.

Perfect ending.