Wanda Benedetti

When young and attractive Lina Stroppiani, a thief like the rest of her family, tries to steal the taxi of Paolo, together with two accomplices, she can't possibly know that this will have far reaching consequences.

Catherine is a wealthy young woman lacking in notable qualities; when a young man begins to court her, her father, Dr. Sloper, attempts to thwart the relationship, sensing the suitor's opportunism. Catherine defies her father's judgment, which ultimately proves to be correct.

Camilla, a middle-aged Venetian widow, arrives in Rome to take up service as a maid for the Rossetti family, who are not prosperous. With her discreet presence, she is an element of cohesion for them thru tensions and misfortunes.