Cinema Paradiso

Name: Cinema Paradiso
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Romance
Released: March 1, 1990
Duration: 155 min
Rating: 80
Cast: Enzo Cannavale, Philippe Noiret

1990

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Miramax Films | Release Date: March 1, 1990 | PG

Starring: Enzo Cannavale, Philippe Noiret

Summary: Set in an Italian village, Salvatore finds himself enchanted by the flickering images at the Cinema Paradiso, yearning for the secret of the cinema’s magic. When the projectionist, Alfredo, agrees to reveal the mysteries of moviemaking, a deep friendship is born. The day comes for Salvatore to leave the village and pursue his dream ofSet in an Italian village, Salvatore finds himself enchanted by the flickering images at the Cinema Paradiso, yearning for the secret of the cinema’s magic. When the projectionist, Alfredo, agrees to reveal the mysteries of moviemaking, a deep friendship is born. The day comes for Salvatore to leave the village and pursue his dream of making movies of his own. Thirty years later he receives a message that beckons him back home to a secret and beautiful discovery that awaits him. [Miramax]… Expand

Director: Giuseppe Tornatore

Genre(s): Drama, Comedy, Romance

Rating: PG

Runtime: 155 min

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Richard Schickel

Remain open to fantasies but not be consumed by them. These are good lessons for a would-be director. They are good lessons for everybody. And no recent movie has taught them with more patient sweetness. [Feb. 5, 1990]

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Mr. Showbiz David Mermelstein

Unapologetically sentimental, this movie is certain to melt all but the hardest of hearts.

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Jay Scott

Cinema Paradiso converts you to the credo that art can indeed be holy. Read full review

Patrick Gamble

A major contributor to the reverential narrative of wistful cinema, Giuseppe Tornatore’s magnum opus Cinema Paradiso is an elegant distillation of the form’s escapist qualities and the garland of an industry that understands global audiences’ enduring appetite for wild nostalgia. Read full review

The Guardian Peter Bradshaw

If ever a movie came from the heart, it was Giuseppe Tornatore's nostalgic Cinema Paradiso (1988) now getting a rerelease to celebrate its silver jubilee. Read full review

Mike Clark

Lovely “memory'' film. [2 March 1990, Life, p.4D]

Dave Kehr

A few moments of sly inspiration are not enough to carry an entire feature; along with the tears, it leaves behind an aftertaste of phoniness. [16 March 1990, Friday, p.H]

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AmyB.

Sep 15, 2007

This is my second favorite movie of all time. If you do rent it consider renting the one with subtitles. This very moving tribute to cinema with a spice of history has several moments that will completely take your breath away.

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RegOz

Apr 5, 2012

A beautiful movie! That is the word: Beautiful. Great storyline, performances, photography! WOW! At times, however, the pace is slow, but even then it makes sense! Just perfect! Ennio Morricone's music deserves special mention!. Cinema Paradiso is classic! One of my top 10 favouriteA beautiful movie! That is the word: Beautiful. Great storyline, performances, photography! WOW! At times, however, the pace is slow, but even then it makes sense! Just perfect! Ennio Morricone's music deserves special mention!. Cinema Paradiso is classic! One of my top 10 favourite movies!...and I have it here at home in my collection! A MASTERPIECE...back then, and now! yes, it certainly is and will always be!… Expand

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westpacsalty

Mar 25, 2011

A classic movie for movie lovers---a young boy meets an old projectionist in a small Italian village and learns life lessons. This is a must-see movie.

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Panchogul

Dec 9, 2020

Una fantabulosa carta de amor y pasión del Séptimo Arte hacia los corazones de todos los amantes del cine y viceversa.

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Assman

Apr 19, 2013

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As long as the movie was, it was amazing such a classic movie that I believe many might like. All thow it was in a faren language not my favorite it was amazing and a tell you all to watch it.… Expand

1 of 1 users found this helpful10

Andremax

Dec 5, 2019

Cinema Paradiso is not perfect but its closeness with this aspect is about its unquestionable beauty, result of an emotional and organic plot. It's almost impossible not seeing Salvatori - or Salva - as a relative or at least a 2 and a half hour - or full lifetime - friend.

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Iky009

Jan 4, 2014

Uma das mais belas declarações de amor ao cinema, isso Cinema Paradiso..........................................................................................

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