Plot Summary
In Roman Holiday, Crown Princess Ann (played by Audrey Hepburn) is on a tightly-scheduled tour of European capitals. Feeling overwhelmed and stifled by her royal duties, she escapes from her official entourage in Rome after receiving a sedative from her doctor. While exploring the city, she falls asleep on a bench, where she is discovered by Joe Bradley (Gregory Peck), an American reporter who initially believes she is just a young woman in distress.
Joe takes Ann to his apartment to rest, unaware of her true identity. When he realizes she is the missing princess, he sees an opportunity for an exclusive story and decides to keep her secret while showing her around Rome. They spend a magical day together visiting iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum and the Mouth of Truth, where they share moments of joy and adventure.
As their bond deepens, Ann experiences freedom for the first time, enjoying life outside the constraints of royalty. However, as the day comes to an end, Ann must return to her responsibilities. In a poignant farewell at a press conference, she acknowledges her duty but also expresses how much she cherished her brief escape into normalcy with Joe. Ultimately, they part ways without revealing their feelings for each other, emphasizing that true love sometimes means letting go.
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