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Light and Darkness
Although Bicycle Thieves is a black and white film, a number of shots exhibit the impressive usage of light and darkness.
Inside the House
The inside of the Ricci family's house is filled with darkness.
Therefore, the atmosphere corresponds with their uneasy life with poverty.
Outside
In contrast, the outside is full of brightness due to sunny weather and the lack of buildings that are supposed to make shadows.
Not to mention, the absence of buildings is because of the war.
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