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

The Telegraph Tim Robey

Tornatore may have hit a sticky wicket with his subsequent work, but he knew what he was doing here: warning us about the irrational lure of the filmed past, which is to say cinema itself, then ushering us grandly to our seats. 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

Film.com John Hartl

A sweet, funny exercise in nostalgia, though it's also self-congratulatory and awfully calculating.

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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AlessandroF.

Jun 1, 2006

This is my favourite film ever, mainly because I can identify with it. It is like the little town I goto every summer to visit my grandparents. Love it.

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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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RezaZ.

Sep 24, 2007

If I want to express my opinion let's just say it is TERRIFIC!!

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snejana

Jun 6, 2017

This is a quintessential movie about life. Life in a small village in Italy after WWII, growing up without a father, the magic of cinema, progress, finding a father figure, first love, searching for what to do with one's life. Musical score is superb. Wonderful performances. It is a must-seeThis is a quintessential movie about life. Life in a small village in Italy after WWII, growing up without a father, the magic of cinema, progress, finding a father figure, first love, searching for what to do with one's life. Musical score is superb. Wonderful performances. It is a must-see for cinema lovers.… Expand

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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

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Spangle

Dec 2, 2015

A film about love in all of its forms, especially a love of the cinema, Cinema Paradiso is a phenomenal film that really pulls the heart strings and is a great visual representation of what movies mean to people and how they can truly touch you. All of the actors who portray Salvatore at theA film about love in all of its forms, especially a love of the cinema, Cinema Paradiso is a phenomenal film that really pulls the heart strings and is a great visual representation of what movies mean to people and how they can truly touch you. All of the actors who portray Salvatore at the various stages of his life are great, as is Phillippe Noiret. The direction and writing are great as well. I really liked the way the story was told with hints towards the future and the multiple stages of Salvatore's life. The production design is also great, as is the score. My one complaint is the lack of depth to Salvatore's love of a girl named Elena. Symbolically, it makes sense, but I'd still like to see more, but regardless, it doesn't detract from the overall quality of the film. A brilliant work, Cinema Paradiso is a love letter to love and movies.… Expand

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Iky009

Jan 4, 2014

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

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