Rome in May 1946 was torn apart by the poverty left by World War II, Allied militias roaming the streets, and the desire for change inspired by the referendum on the constitution of June 2-3.
The heroine, Delia, is the wife of the sadistic Ivano and mother of three children, including teenage Marcela. In between dealing with family affairs, she took care of her sullen father-in-law Ottorino and occasionally worked in some shops in the city. The woman also has several allies in this difficult life: Nino, a mechanic who loves her; Marissa, a witty and optimistic friend; and William, an African-American soldier who wants to help her.
Delia's life is disrupted by Marcela's engagement to Giulio. Giulio comes from a wealthy family whose income mainly comes from running a bar. However, Delia soon realizes that if the affair is confirmed, her daughter will end up in a painful marriage similar to hers. So, with William's help, she managed to blow up her would-be son-in-law's bar, forcing the family to leave Rome. Despite Marcella's despair, Delia knew she had done the right thing. Encouraged by the first voter card mailed to her, she decided to fight back.
On June 2, the moment came to decide the fate of the country. Delia...
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