An aging and wealthy American woman journeys to Rome each year with her chauffeur George to play the card game scopone with destitute Peppino and his wife Antonia. The annual scenario remains unchanged: she donates the initial stakes, then ultimately wins the game, shattering the couple's dream of scoring a victory and improving their lot in life. Eventually their daughter Cleopatra seeks revenge on her parents' behalf.
Director: Luigi Comencini
Writer: Rodolfo Sonego
Stars: Alberto Sordi, Silvana Mangano, Joseph Cotten, Bette Davis